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

Hainan Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse

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 Beijing (a popular airport in China) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Edinburgh), then the flight time is 20h 15m on average. If you fly from Shanghai (another popular airport in China) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 21h.

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

2 flights are operational weekly from China to Edinburgh as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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02:40 - 16:55PEK-EDI

22h 15m1 stop

13:00 - 11:25EDI-PEK

14h 25m1 stop

£523Multiple Airlines

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fr., 28 nov. - lø., 6 des.

14:00 - 14:25PEK-EDI

32h 25m2 stops

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22h 45m2 stops

£534Multiple Airlines

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lø., 29 nov. - lø., 6 des.

21:55 - 22:45PKX-EDI

32h 50m2 stops

12:45 - 20:50EDI-PKX

24h 05m2 stops

£562Multiple Airlines

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ma., 10 nov. - fr., 21 nov.

08:50 - 15:20PEK-EDI

38h 30m1 stop

11:00 - 16:15EDI-PEK

21h 15m1 stop

£576Turkish Airlines

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ma., 10 nov. - fr., 21 nov.

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23h 15m1 stop

£584Qatar Airways

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19h 10m1 stop

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23h 15m1 stop

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32h 55m1 stop

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sø., 9 nov. - fr., 21 nov.

02:55 - 06:35PEK-EDI

11h 40mdirect

10:50 - 05:10EDI-PEK

10h 20mdirect

£607Hainan Airlines

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sø., 9 nov. - fr., 21 nov.

08:50 - 15:20PEK-EDI

38h 30m1 stop

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21h 15m1 stop

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Cathay Pacific flights from China to Edinburgh

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Cathay Pacific

14 Feb

XIY15:55Xi'an Xianyang

47h 40m

2 stops

EDI07:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

18 Feb

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

38h 30m

2 stops

XIY14:40Xi'an Xianyang

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Cathay Pacific

14 Feb

XIY15:55Xi'an Xianyang

47h 40m

2 stops

EDI07:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

18 Feb

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

38h 30m

2 stops

XIY14:40Xi'an Xianyang

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Cathay Pacific

17 Feb

XMN20:40Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

43h 05m

2 stops

EDI07:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

21 Feb

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

43h 20m

2 stops

XMN19:30Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

£1,074

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Qatar Airways flights from China to Edinburgh

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Qatar Airways

21 Dec

PKX01:25Beijing Daxing Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

7 Jan

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 15m

1 stop

PKX14:45Beijing Daxing Intl

£584

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Qatar Airways

9 Nov

PKX01:25Beijing Daxing Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

21 Nov

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 15m

1 stop

PKX14:45Beijing Daxing Intl

£586

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21 Dec

PKX01:25Beijing Daxing Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

7 Jan

EDI20:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

58h 25m

2 stops

PKX14:45Beijing Daxing Intl

£664

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PEKEDI

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fr. 28/11

02:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

lø. 6/12

13:00-11:25

1 stop14h 25m

£523

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

lø. 29/11

14:00-14:25

2 stops32h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

lø. 6/12

05:45-12:30

2 stops22h 45m

£534

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

ma. 10/11

21:55-22:45

2 stops32h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fr. 21/11

12:45-20:50

2 stops24h 05m

£562

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

ma. 10/11

08:50-15:20

1 stop38h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fr. 21/11

11:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

£576

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

sø. 21/12

01:25-12:35

1 stop19h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

on. 7/1

07:30-14:45

1 stop23h 15m

£584

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

sø. 9/11

01:25-12:35

1 stop19h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fr. 21/11

07:30-14:45

1 stop23h 15m

£586

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

lø. 29/11

11:50-23:10

1 stop19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

lø. 6/12

17:00-17:40

2 stops16h 40m

£596

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

sø. 9/11

00:05-12:45

2 stops20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fr. 21/11

17:00-09:55

1 stop32h 55m

£598

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

sø. 9/11

02:55-06:35

Nonstop11h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fr. 21/11

10:50-05:10

Nonstop10h 20m

£607

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

ma. 22/12

08:50-15:20

1 stop38h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

on. 7/1

11:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

£714

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from China to Edinburgh

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is in the evening. Flights from China to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £552. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £757. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest China to Edinburgh Turnhouse flight route?

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on China to Edinburgh Turnhouse 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 60% on your flight if you consider stops on a China to Edinburgh flight.

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Best price found	£2,169
Fastest flight time	11h 40m
Direct flights	Mon and Fri
Airports in Edinburgh	1 airport

The best flight deal from China to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £2,169

The fastest flight from China to Edinburgh takes 11h 40m

Direct flights go from China to Edinburgh on Monday and Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport near Edinburgh: Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

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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 50.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A330-800neo at 50.00%.

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