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Cheapest return flight
$2,614
Typical prices: $2,541-$3,440
British Airways
Thu 22/11Tue 4/12
AKL - EDI • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,156
Typical prices: $1,397-$2,040
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/3
AKL - EDI • 2 stops
When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $3,262 (return)
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Shortest trip • 29h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Edinburgh (AKL-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Edinburgh

Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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07:30 - 08:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
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19:30 - 13:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
52h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Hong Kong Intl
$2,614British Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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17:45 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 50m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
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14:05 - 00:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
45h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
$2,619Qatar Airways
12 hours ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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17:45 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 50m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
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07:30 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
$2,625Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 17 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
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06:00 - 09:40AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
40h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
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14:05 - 06:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$2,659British Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 12 Jan - Mon, 31 May
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13:05 - 10:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Gatwick
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08:25 - 15:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
44h 20m3 stops Belfast City London Gatwick Shanghai Pu Dong
$2,700Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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06:10 - 17:50AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
48h 40m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
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18:35 - 18:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne
$2,708Finnair
3+ days ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:05 - 18:55AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:50 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,924Emirates
3+ days ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:05 - 18:55AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:50 - 14:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne
$2,924Emirates
3+ days ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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19:20 - 15:20AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 00m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
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16:20 - 05:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
47h 40m2 stops Istanbul Los Angeles
$3,570Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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11:45 - 09:40AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
58h 55m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
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16:20 - 05:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
48h 30m2 stops Istanbul Los Angeles
$3,624Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Auckland to Edinburgh typically range from $2,541 to $3,440. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,614 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Edinburgh. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Edinburgh?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Edinburgh at $2,169 return.
•January ($3,558) and December ($3,483) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Edinburgh are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Edinburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$1,156
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Auckland to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Edinburgh:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Auckland to Edinburgh. Flights with 1 stopover take between 26h 50m and 29h 50m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Edinburgh range from $2,541 to $3,440, with an average of $2,977 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,541 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $2,977 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Edinburgh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,614 to $20,585. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,458, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $80 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Auckland to Edinburgh usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Auckland to Edinburgh. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,878 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $3,237, a difference of $360.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 26h 50m, compared to 29h 12m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 29h 50m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 13 hours behind Auckland (British Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $2,878, about $360 less than Thursday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Edinburgh trip for May. Fares historically average $2,169 return in that month –- typically $1,389 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    • Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1

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