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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Beijing, China from £225

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — BJS
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Beijing are usually found in November or January, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Wed 16/905:45
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/907:00
PEK
-
EDI
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£489
Fri 6/1110:50
EDI
-
PEK
Nonstop10h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 19/1102:55
PEK
-
EDI
Nonstop11h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 25/7£537
Sat 24/1012:00
EDI
-
PEK
Nonstop10h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 8/1102:55
PEK
-
EDI
Nonstop11h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 27/7£538
Fri 23/1012:00
EDI
-
PEK
Nonstop10h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 29/1002:55
PEK
-
EDI
Nonstop11h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 24/7£540
Fri 18/906:00
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1002:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£546
Tue 15/906:00
EDI
-
PEK
1 stop23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1002:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£549
Mon 7/906:10
EDI
-
PEK
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/902:50
PEK
-
EDI
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£554
Thu 24/919:35
EDI
-
PKX
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1019:40
PKX
-
EDI
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£576
Sat 26/906:10
EDI
-
PKX
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1013:30
PKX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£597
Sat 26/906:10
EDI
-
PKX
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1013:30
PKX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£597
Thu 24/915:30
EDI
-
PKX
2 stops24h 40m
China Southern
Sun 11/1014:15
PKX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 27/7£598
Wed 16/906:45
EDI
-
PKX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/907:00
PKX
-
EDI
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£602

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£489

One-way from

£225

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£801

Good round-trip deal

£562 or less

Good one-way deal

£393 or less
16/9-20/9
  • 16/9-20/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Beijing
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to Beijing
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Beijing (BJS).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Beijing 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 28 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Beijing that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

12:00-05:10

Nonstop10h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sun 8/11

02:55-06:35

Nonstop11h 40m

£545
Fastest return journey

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/8

12:00-05:10

Nonstop10h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 25/8

03:50-07:00

Nonstop10h 10m

£652

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

05:40-01:35

3 stops36h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 18/9

22:00-00:20

2 stops33h 20m

£658

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

06:10-05:45

1 stop16h 35m

Beijing Capital

Sun 8/11

02:30-12:00

1 stop17h 30m

£706

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/8

08:00-19:15

2 stops28h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/8

17:30-19:10

2 stops32h 40m

£767

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/9

19:35-18:25

2 stops39h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sat 3/10

12:05-09:00

2 stops51h 55m

£772

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

10:45-05:50

1 stop36h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/9

00:10-16:00

1 stop22h 50m

£778

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

17:00-15:35

1 stop15h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 7/9

00:10-09:45

1 stop16h 35m

£807

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/11

16:20-16:15

1 stop15h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sat 21/11

00:40-15:20

1 stop22h 40m

£808

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

13:50-17:20

2 stops20h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/11

12:00-09:10

2 stops29h 10m

£822

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Beijing

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing (average of £537). Flying from Edinburgh to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of £928). 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 EDI to BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Beijing

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Beijing. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

The most flights from EDI to BJS are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Edinburgh to Beijing flights typically cost between £676 and £996 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £489 on Multiple Airlines (16 Sept–20 Sept).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Share of one-stop return flights from Edinburgh to Beijing chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Beijing on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Edinburgh to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £575.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Beijing, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 13m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 55m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 28 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from Edinburgh to Beijing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,455 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Edinburgh to Beijing. 2 airlines have flights from Turnhouse to Beijing on a regular basis. Booking flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Beijing should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Beijing per day.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Beijing?

    A quick flight from Edinburgh to Beijing can take about 10h 10m. Hainan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £545. Airlines will cover a distance of 4927 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Beijing round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Beijing, with prices starting at £530. Another option worth looking into is Hainan Airlines, starting at £619 return. KLM is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Beijing? While on average our users pay £559, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £359. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Beijing Daxing Intl), is priced around £576.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Beijing 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 Edinburgh to Beijing?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Beijing (average of £537). Flying from Edinburgh to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of £928). 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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KLMCheapest£530Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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