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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai, China from £228

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SHA
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai 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 December 2024.

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EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

18:20-09:25

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/2

11:25-23:10

1 stop19h 45m

£500

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

15:20-22:50

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/2

08:15-17:05

2 stops40h 50m

£513

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

08:25-18:35

2 stops26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/2

08:50-17:05

2 stops40h 15m

£517

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

18:35-18:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/2

21:00-07:30

1 stop18h 30m

£545

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

11:30-19:05

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/2

22:05-10:40

1 stop20h 35m

£554

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

08:30-09:10

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/2

10:55-22:30

1 stop19h 35m

£576

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/1

17:05-20:20

2 stops19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/2

20:50-23:10

2 stops34h 20m

£598

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

11:30-14:20

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 31/1

00:15-10:40

1 stop18h 25m

£656

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

06:05-10:05

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/2

00:10-12:00

2 stops19h 50m

£661

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/1

06:05-14:15

2 stops24h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 31/1

02:15-20:25

2 stops26h 10m

£1,262

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Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£500

One-way from

£228

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August

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October

Average price

£607
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  • 16/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Shanghai
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20/1
  • 20/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to Shanghai
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Best flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

Thu 16/118:20EDI - PVG
1 stop31h 05mKLM
Sat 1/211:25PVG - EDI
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Deal found 17/12£500
Thu 16/115:20EDI - PVG
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/208:15PVG - EDI
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£513
Thu 16/118:35EDI - PVG
1 stop16h 20mFinnair
Sat 1/221:00PVG - EDI
1 stop18h 30mFinnair
Deal found 16/12£545
Thu 16/111:30EDI - PVG
1 stop23h 35mAir France
Sat 1/222:05PVG - EDI
1 stop20h 35mAir France
Deal found 16/12£554
Thu 23/108:30EDI - PVG
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 14/210:55PVG - EDI
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£576
Fri 31/117:05EDI - SHA
2 stops19h 15mChina Southern
Wed 19/220:50SHA - EDI
2 stops34h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 16/12£598
Thu 16/111:30EDI - PVG
1 stop18h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 31/100:15PVG - EDI
1 stop18h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/12£656
Thu 23/106:05EDI - PVG
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Thu 13/200:10PVG - EDI
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12£661
Thu 16/108:25EDI - SHA
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/208:50SHA - EDI
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£517
Thu 16/106:05EDI - PVG
2 stops24h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 31/102:15PVG - EDI
2 stops26h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/12£1,262

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

When flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

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.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 17 December 2024.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
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Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,287 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

China Southern
7.3
Good
97 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
295 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    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 Shanghai. 5 airlines have flights from Turnhouse to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Shanghai is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £500 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Finnair and Air France, starting at £545 and £554 round-trip. KLM is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai. 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 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£388Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£409Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£475Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£483Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£566Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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