Which airlines fly to China?

China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Edinburgh according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 day?

The number of flights available between Edinburgh and China is 1 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Edinburgh and China is 7 per week as of July 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to China?

Hainan Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse 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 July 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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12:00 - 10:55

EDI

SHA

15h 55m

1 stop

19:00 - 07:00

SHA

EDI

19h 00m

1 stop

£508Hainan Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

12:00 - 09:50

EDI

PVG

14h 50m

1 stop

11:05 - 07:00

PVG

EDI

26h 55m

1 stop

£511Hainan Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

10:50 - 05:10

EDI

PEK

10h 20mdirect

02:55 - 06:35

PEK

EDI

11h 40mdirect

£534Hainan Airlines

Fri, 6 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

10:50 - 05:10

EDI

PEK

10h 20mdirect

02:55 - 06:35

PEK

EDI

11h 40mdirect

£536Hainan Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov

12:00 - 19:00

EDI

SHA

24h 00m

1 stop

11:15 - 07:00

SHA

EDI

26h 45m

1 stop

£537Hainan Airlines

Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

17:00 - 05:00

EDI

PVG

29h 00m

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18:20 - 13:10

PVG

EDI

25h 50m

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£540Multiple Airlines

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06:00 - 18:25

EDI

SHA

29h 25m

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20:00 - 17:35

SHA

EDI

28h 35m

2 stops

£543Multiple Airlines

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07:25 - 15:25

EDI

PKX

24h 00m

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14:20 - 07:30

PKX

EDI

25h 10m

1 stop

£658British Airways

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

09:30 - 19:00

EDI

CAN

25h 30m

2 stops

20:10 - 22:15

CAN

EDI

58h 05m

2 stops

£757China Eastern

Mon, 30 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

10:10 - 20:00

EDI

DLC

25h 50m

2 stops

09:05 - 23:10

DLC

EDI

22h 05m

2 stops

£765China Eastern

Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

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Hainan Airlines flights from Edinburgh to China

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Hainan Airlines

30 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 55m

1 stop

SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18 Oct

SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 00m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£508

Hainan Airlines

30 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 50m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

18 Oct

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 55m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£511

Hainan Airlines

6 Nov

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

10h 20m

PEK05:10Beijing Capital

19 Nov

PEK02:55Beijing Capital

11h 40m

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£534

China Southern flights from Edinburgh to China

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China Southern

30 Sept

EDI15:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 55m

2 stops

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18 Oct

SHA08:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 25m

2 stops

EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£637

China Southern

17 Jul

EDI19:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 25m

2 stops

PKX11:05Beijing Daxing Intl

24 Jul

PKX14:15Beijing Daxing Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,038

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12:00-10:55

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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19:00-07:00

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£508

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1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

£511

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Fri 6/11

10:50-05:10

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Beijing Capital

Thu 19/11

02:55-06:35

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£534

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EDI - PEK

EDIPEK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/10

10:50-05:10

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Beijing Capital

Thu 12/11

02:55-06:35

Nonstop11h 40m

£536

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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12:00-19:00

1 stop24h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

11:15-07:00

1 stop26h 45m

£537

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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17:00-05:00

2 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:20-13:10

2 stops25h 50m

£540

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

06:00-18:25

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/10

20:00-17:35

2 stops28h 35m

£543

EdinburghBeijing

EDI - PKX

EDIPKX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/11

07:25-15:25

1 stop24h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 20/11

14:20-07:30

1 stop25h 10m

£658

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EDI - CAN

EDICAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

09:30-19:00

2 stops25h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 4/12

20:10-22:15

2 stops58h 05m

£757

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EDI - DLC

EDIDLC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/11

10:10-20:00

2 stops25h 50m

Dalian

Wed 25/11

09:05-23:10

2 stops22h 05m

£765

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

The cheapest month to fly to China from Edinburgh is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around £271, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to China in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Edinburgh to China during September average around £390.

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to China flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Edinburgh to China flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	£365
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 £365. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £640.

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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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 July 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 83.33% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 9.52% and Airbus A330-800neo with 7.14%.

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Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £405	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 67 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £436	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,448 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,539 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 228 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £632	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,121 reviews	Search British Airways flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £730	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 158 reviews	Search China Southern flights

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