Cheap flights to Edinburgh

How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

Flight times that you will encounter to Edinburgh, Scotland, are going to vary somewhat depending on your departure point from New Zealand. If you are leaving from Auckland International (AKL), the trip time is about 30h 20min to Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), Edinburgh. On trips from Wellington Airport (WLG), your trip time will be about 42h. On flights that leave from Christchurch Airport (CHC), the flight times are about 32h 45min.

What are some direct flight choices to Edinburgh?

It is unfortunate that there are no direct flights to Edinburgh from any city in New Zealand, but even so, there are still some nice Edinburgh flight deals that you can find for this trip. There is a two-stop flight from Christchurch Airport that has layovers at Singapore Changi (SIN) and London Heathrow (LHR). From Wellington Airport, there is a three-stop flight that has layovers at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), Tokyo Haneda (HND), and London Heathrow (LHR). From Auckland International, there is a two-stop flight that has layovers at Singapore Changi and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

How do you get from Edinburgh airport(s) to the city centre?

For travellers heading to Edinburgh, there are quite a few transportation options to make the short trip from the airport to the centre of the city. One option is to take one of the Lothian Buses that depart the airport every 15min and make the trip to town in about 20min for a fare of around £ 3.50 (NZ$ 7.30). Another choice is to hop aboard the Edinburgh Trams Line Number T50 that will take you into town in about 30min and will cost around £ 4 (NZ$ 6). One final option is to take one of the many taxis you will find at the airport, which can make the trip in about 17min and will cost about £ 25 (NZ$ 36).

What are some things to do in Edinburgh?

A very popular and iconic location for travellers to visit here is Edinburgh Castle, which is not only an amazing example of old-world architecture but offers spectacular views of the city below. When you visit the National Museum of Scotland, you can explore a number of interactive displays that give visitors a rich history of Scotland. If you have an interest in spending some time outdoors and doing some hiking, a really well-known spot in this area is Arthur's Seat. If you are looking for a spot in town where there are plenty of dining and shopping choices to partake in, then make the trip to Royal Mile. If, by chance, the kids are along on this trip to Edinburgh, a really nice place for the entire family to visit is the Edinburgh Zoo where you can see a variety of animals, including the United Kingdom's only koala bears. If you are a fan of myths you should not miss the Loch Ness lake to take a pick of the home of the Loch Ness monster. And don't forget the magestic highlands of Scotland. You can book a tour in case you don't want to wander alone there. If you are a fan of tours you can check as well the Underground Vaults tour that brings you under the Old Town, dating back to the early 18th century.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Edinburgh?

For any citizens of New Zealand who plan on visiting Scotland, you will need a valid passport to travel to this country. If you are travelling to Scotland as a tourist, you can stay for up to six months without the need for a visa.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?

For a flight to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 11.0 km from the centre of the city.