Direct Flights from New York City to Glasgow: Three Airlines
As of 2024, three airlines operate nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to Glasgow (GLA). All depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The Three Carriers
| Airline | Terminal | Aircraft (Typical) | Frequency | Notes |
|---|
| British Airways | Terminal 7 | B777-200/300ER, B787-8/9 | Daily | BA138/139; OneWorld; connections via LHR |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 4 | A330-300, A330-900neo | Daily (seasonal: summer daily, winter 5x/wk) | DL42/43; SkyTeam; VS codeshare |
| Virgin Atlantic | Terminal 4 | A330-300, A330-900neo, A350-1000 | Daily (seasonal) | VS109/110; SkyTeam; DL codeshare; Upper Class suite |
Flight Details
- Duration: ~6h 45m eastbound, ~7h 30m westbound
- Distance: ~3,200 mi (5,150 km)
- Time difference: Glasgow = EDT+5 / EST+4
Alternative: One-Stop via Hubs
Often cheaper/more flexible:
- Via London (LHR/LGW): BA, VS, AA, UA, DL — many frequencies
- Via Dublin (DUB): Aer Lingus (US preclearance in DUB) — convenient
- Via Amsterdam (AMS): KLM/DL
- Via Paris (CDG): AF/DL
- Via Reykjavik (KEF): Icelandair (free stopover option)
Newark (EWR) Option
United flies EWR → GLA seasonal (summer) — check schedule. United also flies EWR → EDI (Edinburgh) year-round; train EDI→GLA 50 min.
Booking Tips
- Book 3–5 months ahead for best fares
- Summer (Jun–Aug) = peak; shoulder (Apr–May, Sep–Oct) = value
- Midweek (Tue–Thu) cheaper
- Check Scottish connections: Loganair, easyJet, BA CityFlyer for islands/Highlands
- Glasgow Airport (GLA) → city center: 15 min (bus/train/taxi)
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