Scotland’s only direct route to Philadelphia will be extended into the winter season this year as American Airlines continues to grow its presence at Edinburgh Airport.

The service resumed last summer, and following a highly successful return, the airline will continue operating a daily flight from 29 March until early January. American Airlines will also resume a daily New York JFK service from the capital, operating for the full summer season between 8 March and 24 October, using an A321XLR aircraft with 155 seats – one of the newest aircraft in American Airlines’ fleet.

Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said:

“Announcing an extension to an already popular route is a fantastic way to start the new year, and we’re delighted to see American Airlines continue to grow its presence at Scotland’s busiest airport.
“Transatlantic travel, both inbound and outbound, continues to be in high demand and we know there’s an even greater interest in it this summer as the Tartan Army and others look to follow their teams at the 2026 World Cup. We’re glad to continue to offer that breadth of choice by working with our partners to ensure we have fantastic connections for both business and leisure.”