Cheap flights from Scotland to China from £254

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SHA
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Scotland to China

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2026.

Tue 1/906:15
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/902:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£578
Mon 15/617:15
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/602:55
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£586
Mon 16/1106:05
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1102:40
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£593
Mon 16/1106:05
EDI
-
PKX
1 stop21h 20m
Lufthansa
Sun 29/1114:30
PKX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 9/6£596
Wed 24/609:25
EDI
-
PVG
1 stop36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/601:10
PVG
-
EDI
1 stop38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£601
Mon 16/1106:05
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop16h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 18/1113:30
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 9/6£606
Mon 2/1109:05
GLA
-
PEK
2 stops24h 35m
KLM
Mon 9/1111:50
PEK
-
GLA
1 stop28h 40m
KLM
Deal found 8/6£609
Sat 13/617:15
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/602:55
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£613
Thu 10/907:45
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1002:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£618
Mon 16/1106:05
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1121:00
PEK
-
EDI
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£625
Mon 15/606:10
EDI
-
PKX
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/613:30
PKX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£626
Mon 12/1007:55
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1002:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£631

Find flight deals from Scotland to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to China flight deals. Data was last updated 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£578

One-way from

£254

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£758

Good round-trip deal

£756 or less

Good one-way deal

£585 or less
1/9-8/9
  • 1/9-8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • Scotland to China
10/9
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • Scotland to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£23 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Scotland to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Scotland to China.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Scotland to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Scotland to China that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

GlasgowBeijing

GLA - PEK

GLAPEK

Glasgow Intl

Mon 2/11

09:05-17:40

2 stops24h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/11

11:50-08:30

1 stop28h 40m

£609

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 20/6

10:25-09:25

1 stop16h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/7

21:30-12:55

2 stops22h 25m

£687

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/6

17:15-09:55

2 stops33h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/7

11:05-23:10

1 stop19h 05m

£690

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

06:10-20:55

2 stops31h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 6/7

13:30-23:05

1 stop16h 35m

£701

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

10:45-14:00

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

11:05-08:30

1 stop29h 25m

£704

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

08:45-15:40

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/9

02:10-21:15

2 stops26h 05m

£712

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 23/11

13:25-19:05

2 stops21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/12

22:15-16:30

2 stops26h 15m

£716

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

08:25-10:35

2 stops19h 10m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 16/9

11:40-07:40

2 stops51h 00m

£716

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/11

13:25-14:00

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

11:05-22:10

1 stop19h 05m

£717
Fastest return journey

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/12

13:25-14:00

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/12

12:40-22:10

1 stop17h 30m

£717

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Best time to book a flight from Scotland to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Scotland to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Scotland to China?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to China (average of £273). Flying from Scotland to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £598). 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 SCT to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Scotland to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Scotland to China as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Scotland to China?

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Scotland to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Scotland to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Scotland to China?

    Departing from Scotland to China will take you 19h 15m. Scotland and China are separated by a distance of 5641 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Scotland to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Scotland to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Scotland to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scotland to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland to China 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 Scotland to China?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to China (average of £273). Flying from Scotland to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £598). 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 7 airlines flying from Scotland to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Scotland to China. 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 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£405Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£430Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£528Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£534Average£933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest£574Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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British AirwaysCheapest£635Average£680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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China SouthernCheapest£734Average£973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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