How long is the flight from Scotland to New Zealand?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Scotland you fly out of and what airport in New Zealand you fly into. For example, flying from Edinburgh to Auckland takes 24h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Glasgow to Auckland takes 28h on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to New Zealand?

Emirates, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Scotland according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to New Zealand?

China Southern and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to New Zealand

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to New Zealand?

Prices for flights from Scotland to New Zealand were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to New Zealand?

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to New Zealand is 10 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to New Zealand?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Zealand may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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07:35 - 16:15

GLA

AKL

43h 40m2 stops

22:10 - 10:45

AKL

GLA

49h 35m2 stops

£692Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Feb - Fri, 13 Mar

18:25 - 15:35

EDI

AKL

34h 10m2 stops

21:25 - 23:20

AKL

EDI

36h 55m2 stops

£706Multiple Airlines

Sat, 2 May - Wed, 13 May

16:20 - 09:35

EDI

AKL

28h 15m2 stops

10:10 - 15:55

AKL

EDI

40h 45m2 stops

£970Turkish Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Sat, 9 May

16:55 - 11:25

EDI

AKL

31h 30m2 stops

10:10 - 09:40

AKL

EDI

58h 30m2 stops

£1,014Turkish Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Mon, 11 May

21:50 - 12:55

EDI

CHC

28h 05m2 stops

15:45 - 20:15

CHC

EDI

39h 30m2 stops

£1,069Emirates

Fri, 5 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

21:50 - 12:55

EDI

CHC

28h 05m2 stops

15:45 - 20:15

CHC

EDI

39h 30m2 stops

£1,072Emirates

Fri, 5 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

08:25 - 09:35

EDI

CHC

36h 10m2 stops

13:15 - 06:55

CHC

EDI

30h 40m2 stops

£1,098United Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

08:25 - 09:35

EDI

CHC

36h 10m2 stops

13:15 - 09:30

CHC

EDI

33h 15m2 stops

£1,101United Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

17:25 - 08:25

GLA

AKL

28h 00m2 stops

23:55 - 09:10

AKL

GLA

44h 15m2 stops

£1,110Lufthansa

Mon, 29 Jun - Mon, 20 Jul

09:25 - 08:25

GLA

AKL

36h 00m2 stops

10:10 - 08:50

AKL

GLA

33h 40m2 stops

£1,112Lufthansa

Mon, 29 Jun - Mon, 20 Jul

Lufthansa flights from Scotland to New Zealand

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Lufthansa

29 Jun

GLA17:25Glasgow Intl

28h 00m

2 stops

AKL08:25Auckland Intl

20 Jul

AKL23:55Auckland Intl

44h 15m

2 stops

GLA09:10Glasgow Intl

£1,110

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Lufthansa

29 Jun

GLA09:25Glasgow Intl

36h 00m

2 stops

AKL08:25Auckland Intl

20 Jul

AKL10:10Auckland Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

GLA08:50Glasgow Intl

£1,112

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Lufthansa

21 Mar

GLA13:10Glasgow Intl

31h 25m

2 stops

AKL09:35Auckland Intl

26 Mar

AKL19:55Auckland Intl

40h 15m

2 stops

GLA23:10Glasgow Intl

£1,241

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Emirates

5 Jun

EDI21:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 05m

2 stops

CHC12:55Christchurch

15 Jun

CHC15:45Christchurch

39h 30m

2 stops

EDI20:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,069

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Emirates

5 Jun

EDI21:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 05m

2 stops

CHC12:55Christchurch

15 Jun

CHC15:45Christchurch

39h 30m

2 stops

EDI20:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,072

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Emirates

2 May

EDI21:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 05m

1 stop

AKL09:55Auckland Intl

13 May

AKL06:10Auckland Intl

49h 05m

2 stops

EDI20:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,120

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GlasgowAuckland

GLA - AKL

GLAAKL

Glasgow Intl

Mon 23/2

07:35-16:15

2 stops43h 40m

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

22:10-10:45

2 stops49h 35m

£692

EdinburghAuckland

EDI - AKL

EDIAKL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 2/5

18:25-15:35

2 stops34h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

21:25-23:20

2 stops36h 55m

£706

EdinburghAuckland

EDI - AKL

EDIAKL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

16:20-09:35

2 stops28h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

10:10-15:55

2 stops40h 45m

£970

EdinburghAuckland

EDI - AKL

EDIAKL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/5

16:55-11:25

2 stops31h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

10:10-09:40

2 stops58h 30m

£1,014

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

21:50-12:55

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 15/6

15:45-20:15

2 stops39h 30m

£1,069

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

21:50-12:55

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 15/6

15:45-20:15

2 stops39h 30m

£1,072

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

08:25-09:35

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

13:15-06:55

2 stops30h 40m

£1,098

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

08:25-09:35

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

13:15-09:30

2 stops33h 15m

£1,101

GlasgowAuckland

GLA - AKL

GLAAKL

Glasgow Intl

Mon 29/6

17:25-08:25

2 stops28h 00m

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/7

23:55-09:10

2 stops44h 15m

£1,110

GlasgowAuckland

GLA - AKL

GLAAKL

Glasgow Intl

Mon 29/6

09:25-08:25

2 stops36h 00m

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/7

10:10-08:50

2 stops33h 40m

£1,112

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Scotland to New Zealand. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £1,069. If you’re not able to fly to New Zealand in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Scotland to New Zealand during May average around £1,069.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around £1,210 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Scotland for as low as £1,113 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 40m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to New Zealand takes 24h 40m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Scotland to New Zealand were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to New Zealand?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to New Zealand is 10 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to New Zealand?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Zealand may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £824	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,676 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,145 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 184 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,012	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 961 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,019	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,451 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom £1,023	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 287 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,640 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,698 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,129 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £1,102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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