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Cheapest return flight
£972
Typical prices: £913-£1,362
Lufthansa
Fri 23/2Fri 30/3
EDI - AKL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£388
Typical prices: £644-£874
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/11
EDI - AKL • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Auckland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 11% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Cheapest • Avg £1,311 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 25h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Auckland (EDI-AKL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Auckland

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
12:40 - 06:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
53h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Shanghai Pu Dong
Lufthansa Logo
23:45 - 23:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Frankfurt am Main
£972Lufthansa
Sat, 20 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 16:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
33h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Guangzhou Baiyun
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 22:45AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Heathrow
£986Multiple Airlines
Sat, 20 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 16:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
37h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Guangzhou Baiyun
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 22:35AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
49h 35m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Heathrow
£1,012Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
12:40 - 13:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Hong Kong Intl
Lufthansa Logo
23:55 - 22:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 10m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Frankfurt am Main
£1,111Lufthansa
Sat, 20 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
06:10 - 19:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
49h 55m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
£1,117Emirates
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 17 Mar
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
15:05 - 19:05AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
41h 00m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
£1,148Emirates
Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
Qatar Airways Logo
17:45 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 50m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
£1,218Qatar Airways
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
British Airways Logo
07:30 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
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13:15 - 08:30AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,239British Airways
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 06:00AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 45m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
£1,254Qatar Airways
Sat, 20 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar
British Airways Logo
14:05 - 06:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
British Airways Logo
07:30 - 09:40AKL  Auckland Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
39h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,262British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Auckland flights

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

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Auckland?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Auckland start at £972. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £913 to £1,362. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £972 on Lufthansa.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Auckland and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Auckland at £1,026 return.
  • October (£1,377) and July (£1,326) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Auckland the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Auckland are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Auckland flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£388
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Auckland

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 76% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Edinburgh to Auckland route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £1,117 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,213, a difference of £96. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Auckland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Auckland Ferry Terminal, Princes Wharf, and T Galleria Auckland. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of £1,154. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Auckland?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Auckland takes 0h 00m, covering 11,117 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Auckland 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 £972 to £7,259. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Auckland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,265, which is 64% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 51m, compared to 29h 06m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 30h 01m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Auckland?

    Auckland is 11 hours ahead of Edinburgh (New Zealand Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Auckland Intl Airport (AKL)?

    Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
    · Snap Rentals
    · EZI
    · Mode
    · Europcar

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

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Auckland range from £913 to £1,362, with an average of £1,154 over the past 12 months. Anything below £913 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Auckland 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £1,117 – about £96 less than Friday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Auckland trip for May. Fares historically average £1,026 return in that month – typically £351 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Auckland Intl Airport.
    - Jetpark Hotel Auckland Airport
    - Ibis Budget Auckland Airport
    - Novotel Auckland Airport

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