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

Qatar Airways, Finnair, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from China to Edinburgh Turnhouse

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

3 flights are operational weekly from China to Edinburgh as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% 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 17h 50m on average. If you fly from Beijing (another popular airport in China) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 18h 35m.

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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20:50 - 07:40

PVG

EDI

17h 50m

1 stop

11:00 - 18:55

EDI

PVG

47h 55m

2 stops

£579Finnair

Sun, 11 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:50 - 21:55

PVG

EDI

32h 05m

2 stops

17:55 - 18:55

EDI

PVG

41h 00m

2 stops

£607Finnair

Sun, 11 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

01:45 - 13:40

PKX

EDI

18h 55m

1 stop

07:55 - 15:00

EDI

PKX

24h 05m

1 stop

£625Qatar Airways

Tue, 7 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul

01:45 - 13:40

PKX

EDI

18h 55m

1 stop

07:55 - 15:00

EDI

PKX

24h 05m

1 stop

£631Qatar Airways

Thu, 2 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

01:45 - 13:40

PKX

EDI

18h 55m

1 stop

07:55 - 15:00

EDI

PKX

24h 05m

1 stop

£632Qatar Airways

Thu, 2 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

23:05 - 10:40

PEK

EDI

18h 35m

1 stop

05:45 - 08:55

EDI

PEK

20h 10m

1 stop

£651Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

02:50 - 15:40

PEK

EDI

19h 50m

1 stop

07:45 - 05:10

EDI

PEK

14h 25m

1 stop

£657Multiple Airlines

Tue, 7 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul

23:05 - 13:30

PEK

EDI

21h 25m

1 stop

17:25 - 15:55

EDI

PEK

15h 30m

1 stop

£667Air France

Sun, 12 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul

23:05 - 12:20

PEK

EDI

20h 15m

2 stops

11:10 - 08:55

EDI

PEK

14h 45m

1 stop

£676KLM

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

23:05 - 10:15

PEK

EDI

18h 10m

2 stops

17:05 - 08:55

EDI

PEK

32h 50m

1 stop

£694KLM

Sun, 12 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul

Qatar Airways flights from China to Edinburgh

Our best Qatar Airways deals on China to Edinburgh flight tickets

Qatar Airways

7 Jul

PKX01:45Beijing Daxing Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

16 Jul

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 05m

1 stop

PKX15:00Beijing Daxing Intl

£625

Qatar Airways

2 Jul

PKX01:45Beijing Daxing Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

17 Jul

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 05m

1 stop

PKX15:00Beijing Daxing Intl

£631

Qatar Airways

2 Jul

PKX01:45Beijing Daxing Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

17 Jul

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 05m

1 stop

PKX15:00Beijing Daxing Intl

£632

Air France flights from China to Edinburgh

Our best Air France deals on China to Edinburgh flight tickets

Air France

12 Jul

PEK23:05Beijing Capital

21h 25m

1 stop

EDI13:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

19 Jul

EDI17:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 30m

1 stop

PEK15:55Beijing Capital

£667

Air France

5 Jun

PEK10:55Beijing Capital

30h 45m

2 stops

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

2 Nov

EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 55m

2 stops

PEK09:55Beijing Capital

£940

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PVG - EDI

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/10

20:50-07:40

1 stop17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

11:00-18:55

2 stops47h 55m

£579

ShanghaiEdinburgh

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/10

20:50-21:55

2 stops32h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

17:55-18:55

2 stops41h 00m

£607

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 7/7

01:45-13:40

1 stop18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/7

07:55-15:00

1 stop24h 05m

£625

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 2/7

01:45-13:40

1 stop18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/7

07:55-15:00

1 stop24h 05m

£631

BeijingEdinburgh

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 2/7

01:45-13:40

1 stop18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/7

07:55-15:00

1 stop24h 05m

£632

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/7

23:05-10:40

1 stop18h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/7

05:45-08:55

1 stop20h 10m

£651

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BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Tue 7/7

02:50-15:40

1 stop19h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/7

07:45-05:10

1 stop14h 25m

£657

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Sun 12/7

23:05-13:30

1 stop21h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 19/7

17:25-15:55

1 stop15h 30m

£667

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/7

23:05-12:20

2 stops20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/7

11:10-08:55

1 stop14h 45m

£676

BeijingEdinburgh

PEK - EDI

PEKEDI

Beijing Capital

Sun 12/7

23:05-10:15

2 stops18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 19/7

17:05-08:55

1 stop32h 50m

£694

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

There are 2 cabin classes 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 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a China to Edinburgh flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Edinburgh	1 airport

The fastest flight from China to Edinburgh takes 14h 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 90.91% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A330-800neo at 9.09%.

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