Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Edinburgh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Queenstown to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Edinburgh.$1,812 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 5, returning Sat, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Thu, Feb 5, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,812, select.

Edinburgh.$1,823 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 14, returning Mon, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Thu, May 14, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,823, select.

Edinburgh.$1,842 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 6, returning Sat, Oct 24.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Sat, Oct 24, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,842, select.

Edinburgh.$1,842 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 8, returning Tue, May 12.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Fri, May 8, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, May 12, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,842, select.

Edinburgh.$1,939 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 3, returning Mon, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Mon, Aug 3, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Aug 31, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,939, select.

Edinburgh.$1,994 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 12, returning Fri, Jul 10.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Fri, Jun 12, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Fri, Jul 10, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,994, select.

Edinburgh.$2,071 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 2, returning Tue, Dec 9.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Queenstown on Tue, Dec 2, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Dec 9, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,071, select.

Edinburgh.$2,551 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 2, returning Fri, Jan 23.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Queenstown on Fri, Jan 2, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Edinburgh on Fri, Jan 23, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,551, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Queenstown to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Queenstown to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Queenstown to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Queenstown to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Edinburgh is $1,812. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Queenstown to Edinburgh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Queenstown to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,812.

How many flights are there a week from Queenstown to Edinburgh?

There are no flights flying from Queenstown to Edinburgh, as of November 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Queenstown to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Edinburgh is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Queenstown Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, Emirates offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh 13 hours behind Queenstown.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ZQN to EDI flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is $618. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,812. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZQN to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZQN to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

The address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
Of all flights departing from Queenstown Airport, 79.18% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Queenstown to Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near ZQN? If you're catching an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

If you're coming in on a late Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The quietest month for a flight from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Queenstown Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ZQN to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

Edinburgh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometers south of Edinburgh, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometers west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without dropping by Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.