Book flights from Edinburgh to Auckland with Qatar Airways
Enjoy the comforts and luxuries on board flights from Edinburgh to Auckland with Qatar Airways, all designed to make our journey time pass as pleasantly as possible. Award-winning cuisine will satisfy your food cravings while plenty of space for your legs will allow you to properly relax. During your journey to New Zealand’s capital, experience our award-winning hospitality as our cabin crew cater for your every need on board.
Auckland is built around two picturesque harbours on New Zealand’s North Island. The city’s skyline is dominated by the Sky Tower, and Viaduct Harbour with its super-yachts and smart restaurants is the best spot for an evening meal. The Wintergardens in Auckland Domain is the site of regular entertainments. There are several good beaches nearby, and a popular local pastime is to take a stroll along the promenade at Mission Bay Beach.
Arriving in Auckland
Located on New Zealand’s North Island, Auckland is a thriving amalgamation of four cities; Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, and Auckland City itself. Home to over 1.45 million people, it’s a vibrant, energetic location. Auckland welcomes thousands of visitors from all over the world every year, making it one of the most popular destinations in the Pacific region.
Fly to Auckland with Qatar Airways and you’ll also discover a cultural city that puts a strong emphasis on the performing arts, music, and theatre. Its rich culinary culture also makes it a fascinating city if you’re a food lover, and there is a particularly strong Southern Asian influence in its cuisine.
Tourist attractions
The Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki is home to the largest collection of indigenous art in New Zealand, as well as an impressive collection of international art. The building itself is an award-winning landmark that sits on the edge of Albert Park in the very centre of the city. The gallery also hosts regular events, exhibitions, and film screenings, and puts on a lot of events for younger visitors too.
New Zealand is famous for its spectacular landscape and outdoor beauty, and even in the heart of the city you’ll find plenty of green spaces to relax and explore. Top of the list is the historic Winter Gardens, where alongside some of the best tropical flower displays in Auckland, you’ll also find a good collection of sculpture by local artists.
If you want an uninterrupted view of the entire city and its surroundings, then head for the Sky Tower. At 328m, this is the tallest free-standing building in the Southern Hemisphere. At the top is a revolving restaurant, and on a good day you can see views of up to 80 km away. Back down at ground level is the MOTAT, or Museum of Transport and Technology, an interactive museum with over 300,000 items on display, including a World War II Lancaster bomber.
Travel Considerations
Flights to Auckland with Qatar Airways land at Auckland Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Auckland please check the visa and passport requirements.
Flying from Edinburgh
Edinburgh International Airport is the busiest airport in Scotland. Despite being a busy air transport hub, it still manages to retain a friendly, personal feel than many other large airports. It’s easy to navigate your way around the complex, which makes checking-in and finding your flight departure point quick and easy. You’ll find the staff incredibly friendly and helpful, and flying from Edinburgh with Qatar Airways is a great way to start your journey in a relaxed and comfortable way.
Transportation and parking
A dedicated 24/7 airport bus service, Airlink (Service 100), runs from outside the terminal building (stance 19) to Edinburgh city centre every 10 minutes. The buses have Wi-Fi access on-board, so passengers can spend their journey time checking emails. The Edinburgh Tram system also connects the airport to the city centre. Taxis are available outside the main entrance. Parking is located right outside the terminal, so it’s only a short walk to check-in. There are two parking options: a covered multi-storey car park and a surface parking area. A pre-book service is available for parking, which can save up to 65 percent on the cost.
Arriving at Edinburgh International Airport
The departure check-in desks are located immediately in front of the main entrances. Security is very tight at the airport, so ensure that all baggage is packed correctly and that you do not have any of the listed banned items in your bags. Check-in can be done online or at the airline check-in desks. If you are flying with Qatar Airways from Edinburgh you should check in at least three hours before your flight is due to leave.
Facilities and amenities
Edinburgh International Airport has a good selection of shops and retail outlets, including wellness products, beauty and manicure services, duty-free and travel goods. There are also outlets that specialise in Scottish products, so you can pick up a souvenir of your vacation in Scotland. A range of amenities from baby-care areas to banking are also available. A selection of eateries, restaurants and cafés serve everything from Japanese Sushi and seafood to on-the-go snacks and coffee.