Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, KLM and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Edinburgh according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£441 Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £793 to £808. The lowest price recently found on this route was £504.

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10:50 - 09:30EDI-SHA

14h 40m1 stop

20:55 - 06:35SHA-EDI

17h 40m1 stop

£504Hainan Airlines

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Fri, 9 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

10:50 - 13:20EDI-PVG

18h 30m1 stop

06:55 - 06:35PVG-EDI

31h 40m1 stop

£504Hainan Airlines

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Fri, 9 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

08:15 - 07:50EDI-PVG

15h 35m1 stop

08:40 - 17:50PVG-EDI

17h 10m1 stop

£506

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Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

11:00 - 08:15EDI-PVG

37h 15m1 stop

10:10 - 15:20PVG-EDI

37h 10m1 stop

£549Turkish Airlines

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Sun, 11 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

11:00 - 14:00EDI-PVG

19h 00m1 stop

00:15 - 10:40PVG-EDI

18h 25m1 stop

£577China Eastern

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Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

11:00 - 13:40EDI-PVG

18h 40m1 stop

00:15 - 10:40PVG-EDI

18h 25m1 stop

£578China Eastern

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Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

11:00 - 08:30EDI-PVG

37h 30m1 stop

23:05 - 10:00PVG-EDI

18h 55m1 stop

£596Turkish Airlines

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Mon, 5 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

13:30 - 19:15EDI-PVG

21h 45m2 stops

22:15 - 12:45PVG-EDI

22h 30m2 stops

£690KLM

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

13:30 - 19:15EDI-PVG

21h 45m2 stops

22:15 - 16:05PVG-EDI

25h 50m2 stops

£691KLM

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

18:35 - 18:55EDI-PVG

16h 20m1 stop

21:00 - 12:10PVG-EDI

23h 10m2 stops

£698Finnair

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Cathay Pacific flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

8 Jan

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 10m

2 stops

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Jan

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 20m

2 stops

EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Cathay Pacific

8 Jan

EDI13:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

38h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Jan

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 20m

2 stops

EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

£791

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Cathay Pacific

26 Dec

EDI17:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 50m

2 stops

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

11 Jan

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 20m

2 stops

EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

£920

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Hainan Airlines flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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Hainan Airlines

9 Jan

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

SHA09:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29 Jan

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£504

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Hainan Airlines

5 Jan

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

SHA09:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29 Jan

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£532

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Hainan Airlines

9 Jan

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

SHA09:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Feb

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£541

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EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/1

10:50-09:30

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/1

20:55-06:35

1 stop17h 40m

£504

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/1

10:50-13:20

1 stop18h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

06:55-06:35

1 stop31h 40m

£504

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

08:15-07:50

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

08:40-17:50

1 stop17h 10m

£506

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/1

11:00-08:15

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

10:10-15:20

1 stop37h 10m

£549

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/1

11:00-14:00

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

00:15-10:40

1 stop18h 25m

£577

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/1

11:00-13:40

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

00:15-10:40

1 stop18h 25m

£578

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/1

11:00-08:30

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

23:05-10:00

1 stop18h 55m

£596

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

13:30-19:15

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

22:15-12:45

2 stops22h 30m

£690

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

13:30-19:15

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

22:15-16:05

2 stops25h 50m

£691

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

18:35-18:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

21:00-12:10

2 stops23h 10m

£698

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from Edinburgh is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as £493. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is £639.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Edinburgh to Shanghai at midday for as low as £534. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £607 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £581 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Edinburgh for as low as £501 on momondo.

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How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai is 5591.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai?
As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £425	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £427	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 45 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £443	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 165 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
KLM	PriceFrom £444	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,323 reviews	Search Finnair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £531	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,361 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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