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Cheap flights from China to Edinburgh from £238

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — EDI
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from China to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2024.

Fri 6/1209:50SHA - EDI
3 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1217:50EDI - SHA
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£945
Fri 6/1221:45SHA - EDI
2 stops33h 25mXiamenAir
Wed 11/1213:25EDI - SHA
2 stops23h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 28/10£1,076

Find flights from China to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Edinburgh 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 1,021,687 searches. Data last updated 29 October 2024.

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Beijing Daxing IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 25/11

1 stop26h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/12

1 stop17h 20m

£620

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/1

2 stops29h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/2

2 stops20h 30m

£654

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/1

1 stop19h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/2

1 stop32h 20m

£710

Beijing Daxing IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 25/11

2 stops34h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/12

2 stops28h 45m

£713

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/1

1 stop19h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/2

1 stop16h 15m

£742

Beijing Daxing IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

PKX - EDI

PKXEDI

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 24/11

1 stop19h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/12

2 stops22h 20m

£791

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/1

1 stop18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/2

1 stop16h 20m

£823

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/1

1 stop19h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/2

1 stop20h 05m

£831

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/1

1 stop19h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

1 stop21h 55m

£843

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/1

2 stops24h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

2 stops21h 30m

£889

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/1

2 stops25h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/2

1 stop16h 15m

£1,005

Shanghai Pu DongEdinburgh Turnhouse

PVG - EDI

PVGEDI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/1

1 stop16h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/2

1 stop17h 00m

£1,012

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Deals found on 26/10

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Travel insights for flights from China to Edinburgh

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to EDI?

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

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 29 October 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways and China Southern from China to Edinburgh have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

China Southern
7.8
Good
144 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from China?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from China to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hainan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £255. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from China to Edinburgh for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Beijing Capital - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Beijing Daxing Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Shanghai Pu Dong - Edinburgh Turnhouse when deciding on the best route from China to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Edinburgh (average of £80). Flying from China to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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