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 16h 10m on average. If you fly from Shanghai (another popular airport in China) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 20h 50m.

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

British Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse

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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5 Feb

XMN13:50Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

24h 45m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

6 Mar

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 25m

1 stop

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5 Feb

XMN20:45Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

17h 50m

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6 Mar

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17h 25m

1 stop

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28 Dec

PEK02:55Beijing Capital

11h 40m

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10h 20m

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29 Dec

PEK08:50Beijing Capital

38h 30m

1 stop

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15h 55m

1 stop

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22 Dec

PEK08:50Beijing Capital

38h 30m

1 stop

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21h 15m

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28 Dec

PEK00:50Beijing Capital

22h 30m

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15h 55m

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13:50-06:35

1 stop24h 45m

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10:50-12:15

1 stop17h 25m

£517

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XMN - EDI

XMNEDI

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Thu 5/2

20:45-06:35

1 stop17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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10:50-12:15

1 stop17h 25m

£521

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PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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00:40-21:30

2 stops28h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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08:10-22:30

2 stops30h 20m

£559

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PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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11:50-20:00

1 stop16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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13:30-17:35

2 stops20h 05m

£562

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

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19:45-22:50

2 stops35h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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15:05-08:45

2 stops33h 40m

£575

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PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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00:05-12:45

2 stops20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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13:30-17:35

2 stops20h 05m

£586

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PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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08:50-15:20

1 stop38h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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16:20-16:15

1 stop15h 55m

£587

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 5/3

18:15-12:35

1 stop26h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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14:05-21:40

1 stop23h 35m

£592

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PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 4/3

00:10-06:00

1 stop37h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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07:30-14:45

1 stop23h 15m

£595

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PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

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08:50-15:20

1 stop38h 30m

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11:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

£600

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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 £558. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £767. 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.

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You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a China to Edinburgh flight.

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Best price found	£2,196
Fastest flight time	16h 10m
Direct flights	Mon
Airports in Edinburgh	1 airport

The best flight deal from China to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £2,196

The fastest flight from China to Edinburgh takes 16h 10m

Direct flights go from China to Edinburgh on Monday. 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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