How long is the flight from Scotland to Shanghai?

A quick flight from Scotland to Shanghai can take about 16h 50m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £704. The distance from Scotland to Shanghai is about 5609 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Scotland to Shanghai?

The most popular flight routes from Scotland to Shanghai are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Shanghai Pu Dong and Glasgow Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Scotland to Shanghai?

Consider China Eastern, British Airways or Hainan Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Scotland to Shanghai.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SCT to PVG?

When flying from Scotland to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Scotland to Shanghai?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2026.

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14:55-05:05

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GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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13:10-05:00

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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00:00-17:00

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Shanghai (average of £599). Flying from Scotland to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of £1,038). 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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How long is the flight from Scotland to Shanghai?
A quick flight from Scotland to Shanghai can take about 16h 50m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £704. The distance from Scotland to Shanghai is about 5609 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most popular routes from Scotland to Shanghai?
The most popular flight routes from Scotland to Shanghai are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Shanghai Pu Dong and Glasgow Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong.
Can I find deals for flights from Scotland to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Scotland to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Scotland to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scotland to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Shanghai (average of £599). Flying from Scotland to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of £1,038). 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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British Airways	Cheapest£563	Average£689	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
China Eastern	Cheapest£593	Average£874	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£614	Average£769	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£743	Average£784	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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