Cheap flights from Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates from £121

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — DXB
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Fri 5/1221:10EDI - AUH
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1217:25AUH - EDI
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£329
Mon 29/1206:30EDI - DXB
3 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/221:05DXB - EDI
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£404
Wed 10/1214:40EDI - DXB
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1203:50DXB - EDI
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£409
Sat 13/1220:50EDI - DXB
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1203:20DXB - EDI
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£416
Wed 31/1214:05EDI - DXB
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/121:55DXB - EDI
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£425
Mon 22/1218:20EDI - DXB
3 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/121:55DXB - EDI
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£439
Fri 12/1217:10EDI - DXB
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1204:15DXB - EDI
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£446
Tue 30/1216:40EDI - DXB
3 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/121:30DXB - EDI
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£447
Wed 24/1206:25EDI - AUH
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/104:05AUH - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£481
Wed 24/1206:25EDI - AUH
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/104:05AUH - EDI
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£500
Tue 23/1212:45EDI - AUH
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/104:05AUH - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£517
Fri 26/1221:10EDI - AUH
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/104:05AUH - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£520

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£233

One-way from

£121

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£753

Good round-trip deal

£569 or less

Good one-way deal

£607 or less
17/1-24/1
  • 17/1-24/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates
5/1
  • 5/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£23 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to United Arab Emirates.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to United Arab Emirates.

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United Arab Emirates

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Return

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EdinburghAbu Dhabi

EDI - AUH

EDIAUH

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 17/1

15:05-20:10

2 stops25h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 24/1

20:45-14:10

2 stops21h 25m

£233

EdinburghAbu Dhabi

EDI - AUH

EDIAUH

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 20/1

06:00-20:50

2 stops34h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 26/1

04:05-11:35

1 stop11h 30m

£247

EdinburghAbu Dhabi

EDI - AUH

EDIAUH

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/2

12:05-05:30

1 stop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/2

18:50-11:35

1 stop20h 45m

£260

EdinburghAbu Dhabi

EDI - AUH

EDIAUH

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 18/1

09:00-20:50

3 stops31h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/1

18:45-10:55

2 stops20h 10m

£290

EdinburghAbu Dhabi

EDI - AUH

EDIAUH

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/1

13:45-21:55

2 stops52h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 22/1

04:05-10:55

1 stop10h 50m

£296

EdinburghDubai

EDI - DXB

EDIDXB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

05:50-00:01

1 stop14h 11m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/3

01:55-20:00

1 stop22h 05m

£410

EdinburghDubai

EDI - DXB

EDIDXB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

05:50-00:01

1 stop14h 11m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/3

01:55-08:45

1 stop10h 50m

£430

EdinburghDubai

EDI - DXB

EDIDXB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/2

12:05-02:10

1 stop10h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/2

03:20-11:05

1 stop11h 45m

£434

EdinburghDubai

EDI - DXB

EDIDXB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

06:00-22:55

1 stop12h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/3

09:20-23:15

2 stops17h 55m

£437

EdinburghDubai

EDI - DXB

EDIDXB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/3

12:05-02:10

1 stop10h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/3

03:20-10:55

1 stop11h 35m

£482

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 4/12

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates (average of £275). Flying from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates in August is currently the most expensive (average of £428). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

The most flights from EDI to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Edinburgh and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways from Edinburgh to the United Arab Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    For as low as £434, KLM can have you in United Arab Emirates from Edinburgh in 10h 05m. The distance between Edinburgh and United Arab Emirates is about 3587 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Pegasus Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £123. However, be on the lookout for offers from SunExpress and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £318. While the most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Dubai Intl) can be booked for £298 on average, our data indicates £4,033 when flying from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates (average of £275). Flying from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates in August is currently the most expensive (average of £428). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to United Arab Emirates. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£265Average£434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£334Average£437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£338Average£405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£357Average£410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£371Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£378Average£450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£397Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£459Average£575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£509Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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