What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

Finnair, Hainan Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse

How many flights depart from China to Edinburgh on average per week?

5 flights are operational weekly from China to Edinburgh as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Edinburgh?

The flight from China to Edinburgh depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Shanghai (a popular airport in China) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Edinburgh), then the flight time is 21h on average. If you fly from Beijing (another popular airport in China) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 23h 05m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

Prices for flights from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport 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 Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£231 Cheap Flights from China to Edinburgh in 2026

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02:50 - 21:35

PEK

EDI

25h 45m

1 stop

19:30 - 14:45

EDI

PEK

36h 15m

2 stops

£542Multiple Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

02:50 - 21:35

PEK

EDI

25h 45m

1 stop

06:00 - 12:10

EDI

PEK

23h 10m

1 stop

£545Multiple Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

08:30 - 00:35

PEK

EDI

23h 05m

2 stops

06:00 - 12:10

EDI

PEK

23h 10m

1 stop

£547Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

02:50 - 07:30

PEK

EDI

35h 40m

1 stop

22:00 - 05:40

EDI

PEK

24h 40m

2 stops

£563Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

08:30 - 00:20

PEK

EDI

22h 50m

2 stops

06:30 - 13:30

EDI

PEK

24h 00m

1 stop

£565Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

08:30 - 00:35

PEK

EDI

23h 05m

2 stops

06:00 - 05:40

EDI

PEK

16h 40m

1 stop

£567Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

19:00 - 19:40

SHA

EDI

31h 40m

2 stops

07:55 - 17:45

EDI

SHA

26h 50m

2 stops

£586Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

11:05 - 07:00

PVG

EDI

26h 55m

1 stop

06:00 - 06:45

EDI

PVG

17h 45m

1 stop

£586Multiple Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

19:00 - 19:50

SHA

EDI

31h 50m

2 stops

07:45 - 17:45

EDI

SHA

27h 00m

2 stops

£589Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

19:40 - 15:20

PKX

EDI

26h 40m

2 stops

20:15 - 09:00

EDI

PKX

29h 45m

2 stops

£592Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

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Hainan Airlines flights from China to Edinburgh

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on China to Edinburgh flight tickets

Hainan Airlines

3 Oct

PEK03:10Beijing Capital

10h 50m

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

11 Oct

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

10h 10m

PEK05:10Beijing Capital

£642

Hainan Airlines

16 Sept

CTU20:15Chengdu

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

22 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 00m

1 stop

CTU19:00Chengdu

£956

Hainan Airlines

16 Sept

CTU20:15Chengdu

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

22 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 00m

1 stop

CTU19:00Chengdu

£956

Qatar Airways flights from China to Edinburgh

Our best Qatar Airways deals on China to Edinburgh flight tickets

Qatar Airways

12 Nov

PVG23:35Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

16 Nov

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 40m

1 stop

PVG21:45Shanghai Pu Dong

£720

Qatar Airways

12 Nov

PVG23:35Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

16 Nov

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 40m

1 stop

PVG21:45Shanghai Pu Dong

£721

Qatar Airways

12 Nov

PVG23:35Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

16 Nov

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 40m

1 stop

PVG21:45Shanghai Pu Dong

£759

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02:50-21:35

1 stop25h 45m

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19:30-14:45

2 stops36h 15m

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02:50-21:35

1 stop25h 45m

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06:00-12:10

1 stop23h 10m

£545

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PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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08:30-00:35

2 stops23h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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06:00-12:10

1 stop23h 10m

£547

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PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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02:50-07:30

1 stop35h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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22:00-05:40

2 stops24h 40m

£563

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PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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08:30-00:20

2 stops22h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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06:30-13:30

1 stop24h 00m

£565

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PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Tue 8/9

08:30-00:35

2 stops23h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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06:00-05:40

1 stop16h 40m

£567

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/9

19:00-19:40

2 stops31h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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07:55-17:45

2 stops26h 50m

£586

ShanghaiEdinburgh

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/8

11:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:00-06:45

1 stop17h 45m

£586

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/9

19:00-19:50

2 stops31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/9

07:45-17:45

2 stops27h 00m

£589

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 8/9

19:40-15:20

2 stops26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

20:15-09:00

2 stops29h 45m

£592

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What is the cheapest China to Edinburgh Turnhouse flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on China to Edinburgh flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on China to Edinburgh flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on China to Edinburgh flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a China to Edinburgh flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 45m
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Airports in Edinburgh	1 airport

The fastest flight from China to Edinburgh takes 17h 45m

Direct flights go from China to Edinburgh every day.

There is 1 airport in Edinburgh. From China there are direct flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from China to Edinburgh

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
Prices for flights from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport 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 Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from China to Edinburgh?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from China to Edinburgh is Airbus A330-300, representing 60.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 40.00%.

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