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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to China from £218

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SHA
16 marras — 23 marras1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to China flight deals. Data was last updated 17 lokakuu 2025.

Round-trip from

£462

One-way from

£218

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£551

Good round-trip deal

£491 or less

Good one-way deal

£450 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 21/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to China
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4/1
  • 4/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to China
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to China.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to China.
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 lokakuu 2025.

pe 21/1110:50EDI - SHA
1 stop23h 10mHainan Airlines
su 30/1119:35SHA - EDI
1 stop19h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/10£462
ma 3/1110:50EDI - SHA
1 stop24h 50mHainan Airlines
su 9/1120:55SHA - EDI
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/10£463
ma 1/1207:25EDI - PKX
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
ma 8/1215:15PKX - EDI
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10£491
pe 21/1110:50EDI - CAN
1 stop21h 20mHainan Airlines
su 30/1113:15CAN - EDI
1 stop25h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/10£509
ke 12/1106:05EDI - CAN
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
ke 19/1109:30CAN - EDI
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£510
la 29/1105:45EDI - PKX
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
la 6/1219:00PKX - EDI
3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£516
la 29/1110:05EDI - PEK
1 stop15h 50mKLM
la 6/1211:50PEK - EDI
1 stop36h 15mKLM
Deal found 15/10£521
la 29/1105:45EDI - PEK
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
la 6/1218:55PEK - EDI
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£526
la 29/1106:00EDI - PEK
2 stops19h 55mAir France
pe 5/1200:05PEK - EDI
1 stop18h 35mAir France
Deal found 15/10£539
pe 21/1106:05EDI - SHA
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
su 30/1109:20SHA - EDI
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£549
la 29/1113:00EDI - SHA
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
la 6/1222:30SHA - EDI
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£562
pe 21/1105:50EDI - CAN
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
su 30/1110:15CAN - EDI
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£563

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh 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 17 lokakuu 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

pe 21/11

10:50-18:00

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

su 30/11

19:35-06:35

1 stop19h 00m

£462

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ma 3/11

10:50-19:40

1 stop24h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

su 9/11

20:55-06:35

1 stop17h 40m

£463

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ma 1/12

07:25-15:25

1 stop24h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

ma 8/12

15:15-22:35

1 stop15h 20m

£491

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ma 9/3

07:00-11:10

2 stops44h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 23/3

07:00-10:05

2 stops35h 05m

£507

EdinburghGuangzhou

EDI - CAN

EDICAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

pe 21/11

10:50-16:10

1 stop21h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

su 30/11

13:15-06:35

1 stop25h 20m

£509

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

la 29/11

10:05-09:55

1 stop15h 50m

Beijing Capital

la 6/12

11:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

£521

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ma 2/3

07:25-15:25

1 stop24h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

ma 23/3

15:15-07:50

1 stop24h 35m

£533

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

su 1/3

14:05-15:25

1 stop17h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

su 8/3

15:15-07:35

1 stop24h 20m

£533

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

la 29/11

06:00-09:55

2 stops19h 55m

Beijing Capital

pe 5/12

00:05-10:40

1 stop18h 35m

£539

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ma 2/3

06:05-11:30

1 stop21h 25m

Beijing Capital

ma 23/3

10:00-16:55

1 stop14h 55m

£541

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/10

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to China

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to China (average of £340). Flying from Edinburgh to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of £464). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 17 lokakuu 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 17 lokakuu 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, KLM, andTurkish Airlines from Edinburgh to China 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
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.3
Good
4,010 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
169 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
46 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

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 China. 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 China?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to China, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to China?

    Departing from Edinburgh to China will take you 15h 50m. The distance from Edinburgh to China is about 4927 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Edinburgh to China consider Edinburgh Turnhouse - Beijing Capital, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Beijing Daxing Intl or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Guangzhou Baiyun as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to China (average of £340). Flying from Edinburgh to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of £464). 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 8 airlines flying from Edinburgh to China

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh 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 17 lokakuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£339Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£408Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£429Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest£447Average£567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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KLMCheapest£475Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£536Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£688Average£937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China SouthernCheapest£748Average£968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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