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

Hainan Airlines, Finnair, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai

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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 October 2025, there are 5 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.

£355 Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £479 to £696. The lowest price recently found on this route was £515.

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10:50 - 13:20EDI-PVG

18h 30m1 stop

19:30 - 06:35PVG-EDI

19h 05m1 stop

£515Hainan Airlines

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Mon, 17 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

06:15 - 20:00EDI-SHA

29h 45m2 stops

16:50 - 18:25SHA-EDI

33h 35m2 stops

£536Multiple Airlines

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19:40 - 08:40EDI-PVG

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11:40 - 19:05PVG-EDI

39h 25m1 stop

£560SWISS

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19:40 - 08:40EDI-PVG

29h 00m1 stop

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19:00 - 09:10EDI-PVG

30h 10m1 stop

10:55 - 11:50PVG-EDI

32h 55m1 stop

£579British Airways

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06:00 - 14:35EDI-PVG

24h 35m1 stop

12:25 - 21:35PVG-EDI

17h 10m1 stop

£581China Eastern

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£586China Eastern

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11:00 - 08:30EDI-PVG

37h 30m1 stop

10:10 - 15:20PVG-EDI

37h 10m1 stop

£609Turkish Airlines

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16:20 - 08:30EDI-PVG

32h 10m1 stop

10:10 - 15:20PVG-EDI

37h 10m1 stop

£610Turkish Airlines

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13:30 - 19:15EDI-PVG

21h 45m2 stops

22:15 - 12:45PVG-EDI

22h 30m2 stops

£642KLM

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Cathay Pacific flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

25 Feb

EDI13:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 35m

2 stops

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 20m

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EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

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26 Feb

EDI13:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

38h 55m

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SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 20m

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EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

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20 Nov

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

33h 15m

2 stops

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Dec

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 40m

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EDI14:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Hainan Airlines

17 Nov

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 30m

1 stop

PVG13:20Shanghai Pu Dong

30 Nov

PVG19:30Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 05m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£515

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Hainan Airlines

26 Dec

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 45m

1 stop

SHA09:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

11 Jan

SHA10:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 45m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£979

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26 Dec

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 45m

1 stop

SHA09:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

11 Jan

SHA19:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 00m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,183

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/11

10:50-13:20

1 stop18h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/11

19:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£515

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/12

06:15-20:00

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

16:50-18:25

2 stops33h 35m

£536

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EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

19:40-08:40

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

11:40-19:05

1 stop39h 25m

£560

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EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

19:40-08:40

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

11:40-19:05

1 stop39h 25m

£560

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/2

19:00-09:10

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/2

10:55-11:50

1 stop32h 55m

£579

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/2

06:00-14:35

1 stop24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/2

12:25-21:35

1 stop17h 10m

£581

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EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/12

06:00-07:00

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/1

22:15-10:40

1 stop20h 25m

£586

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

11:00-08:30

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

10:10-15:20

1 stop37h 10m

£609

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

16:20-08:30

1 stop32h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

10:10-15:20

1 stop37h 10m

£610

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/11

13:30-19:15

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/12

22:15-12:45

2 stops22h 30m

£642

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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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 £502. 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 £650.

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 £544. 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 £617 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 £625 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 £487 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 45m.
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 October 2025, there are 5 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.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £433	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,031 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £451	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 174 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £463	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 50 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,406 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £540	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,483 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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Flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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?

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

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

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

Hainan Airlines, Finnair, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cheap Edinburgh to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai by plane?

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Edinburgh to Shanghai?

Can I find flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Shanghai trip

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