Which airlines fly to China?

Hainan Airlines, China Eastern and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Edinburgh according to our data. Hainan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to China on average per week?

The number of flights available between Edinburgh and China is 2 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 50% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?

As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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06:10 - 10:45

EDI

PKX

21h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 23:05

PKX

EDI

16h 35m

1 stop

£575Multiple Airlines

Fri, 15 May - Fri, 12 Jun

06:10 - 10:45

EDI

PKX

21h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 23:05

PKX

EDI

16h 35m

1 stop

£578Multiple Airlines

Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

05:45 - 08:55

EDI

PEK

20h 10m

1 stop

10:55 - 08:30

PEK

EDI

28h 35m

1 stop

£600KLM

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

05:45 - 08:55

EDI

PEK

20h 10m

1 stop

10:55 - 08:30

PEK

EDI

28h 35m

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£601KLM

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

13:10 - 18:45

EDI

CAN

22h 35m

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20:00 - 23:10

CAN

EDI

34h 10m

2 stops

£678China Eastern

Tue, 22 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

13:10 - 21:50

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CAN

25h 40m

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20:00 - 10:40

CAN

EDI

21h 40m

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£685China Eastern

Tue, 22 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

15:35 - 18:20

EDI

SHA

19h 45m

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15:30 - 23:05

SHA

EDI

38h 35m

2 stops

£693China Southern

Tue, 12 May - Wed, 3 Jun

12:00 - 10:00

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SHA

15h 00m

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12:10 - 07:00

SHA

EDI

25h 50m

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£743Hainan Airlines

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12:00 - 10:00

EDI

SHA

15h 00m

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12:10 - 07:00

SHA

EDI

25h 50m

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£755Hainan Airlines

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19:40 - 18:20

EDI

SHA

39h 40m

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08:35 - 23:00

SHA

EDI

21h 25m

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£760China Southern

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

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Hainan Airlines flights from Edinburgh to China

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Hainan Airlines

5 Jun

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Jun

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£743

Hainan Airlines

5 Jun

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Jun

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£755

Hainan Airlines

5 Jun

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 05m

1 stop

SHA23:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26 Jun

SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£811

China Southern flights from Edinburgh to China

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China Southern

12 May

EDI15:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 25m

2 stops

PVG21:00Shanghai Pu Dong

2 Jun

PVG21:05Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 15m

2 stops

EDI22:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£684

China Southern

12 May

EDI17:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m

1 stop

PKX14:15Beijing Daxing Intl

3 Jun

PKX07:00Beijing Daxing Intl

22h 20m

2 stops

EDI22:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£691

China Southern

12 May

EDI15:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 45m

2 stops

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Jun

SHA15:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 35m

2 stops

EDI23:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£693

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13:30-23:05

1 stop16h 35m

£575

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

06:10-10:45

1 stop21h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

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13:30-23:05

1 stop16h 35m

£578

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EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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05:45-08:55

1 stop20h 10m

Beijing Capital

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10:55-08:30

1 stop28h 35m

£600

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EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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05:45-08:55

1 stop20h 10m

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10:55-08:30

1 stop28h 35m

£601

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

13:10-18:45

2 stops22h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 8/10

20:00-23:10

2 stops34h 10m

£678

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EDI - CAN

EDICAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

13:10-21:50

2 stops25h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 11/10

20:00-10:40

2 stops21h 40m

£685

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EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/5

15:35-18:20

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

15:30-23:05

2 stops38h 35m

£693

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

12:00-10:00

1 stop15h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/6

12:10-07:00

1 stop25h 50m

£743

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

12:00-10:00

1 stop15h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/6

12:10-07:00

1 stop25h 50m

£755

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 7/6

19:40-18:20

2 stops39h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 14/6

08:35-23:00

2 stops21h 25m

£760

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Best price found	£382
Fastest flight time	10h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £382. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £636.

The fastest flight from Edinburgh to China takes 10h 10m

Direct flights go from Edinburgh to China every day.

There are 237 airports in China. From Edinburgh there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?
As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Edinburgh to China?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Edinburgh and China, the leading plane model is Airbus A330-300, making up 91.18% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A330-800neo with 8.82%.

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to China

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Edinburgh to China with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £404	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 65 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £427	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,330 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,508 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 208 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £530	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £602	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,911 reviews	Search British Airways flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £726	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 150 reviews	Search China Southern flights

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