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

Christchurch to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Christchurch to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found1.543 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Christchurch to Edinburgh is 1.543 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Christchurch to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.543 €.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Christchurch to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Edinburgh is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Christchurch Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
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.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 13 hours behind Christchurch.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CHC to EDI flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • At the moment, 641 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.543 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from CHC to EDI, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Finding cheap flights from CHC to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • When it comes to Christchurch International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take around 1 hour if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CHC:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to EDI if you have a late Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Explore without limits with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and venture far and wide through Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • It takes around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CHC to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without seeing Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

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