Edinburgh to New York flight compensation
You're likely owed £520 under UK261 for this 5,225 km flight.
Methodology: distance is computed from airport coordinates using great-circle math; jurisdiction and scenario amounts are generated by DelayPayer's rules engine for this airport pair.
Sources and review: official regulator guidance is summarized from EU261, UK261, U.S. DOT, and Canada CTA/APPR sources. Last reviewed June 2026; author: FlightComp editorial desk; reviewer: Passenger-rights policy review.
What you're owed on EDI–JFK, by situation
Assuming the disruption was within the airline's control. Figures are computed for this exact 5,225 km route under UK261 (United Kingdom).
| If your flight was… | Verdict | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delayed 3–4 hours | Likely owed | £260 |
| Delayed 5+ hours | Likely owed | £520 |
| Cancelled (short notice) | Likely owed | £520 |
| Overbooked / bumped | Likely owed | £520 |
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£220 / £350 / £520 by distance, for delays of 3+ hours. Care, refunds, deadlines and how to claim.
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Frequently asked questions
How much compensation for a delayed EDI-JFK flight?
For an airline-caused delay of 3+ hours you are likely owed £520 under UK261 (United Kingdom), because EDI-JFK is a 5,225 km flight. On this long-haul route a 3-4 hour delay is paid at half rate; 4+ hours pays the full amount.
Which law covers a EDI-JFK flight?
Your flight departs the UK, so UK261 — the UK's retained version of EU261 — applies regardless of the airline.
How far is EDI to JFK?
The great-circle distance is 5,225 km (3,247 miles) — and that distance is exactly what sets the EU261/UK261 compensation band.