Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai from £201

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai departing on 5/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Voted winner of Europe's Best Travel App 2023

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 16:05EDI-SHA
19h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 12:00SHA-EDI
22h 30m2 stops
£608Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:25 - 09:55EDI-SHA
19h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:30 - 13:25SHA-EDI
22h 55m2 stops
£716Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Fri, 12 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:50 - 15:00EDI-SHA
25h 10m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 23:10SHA-EDI
34h 40m3 stops
£722Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:10 - 12:20EDI-SHA
36h 10m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 07:50SHA-EDI
41h 20m2 stops
£755Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:50 - 12:45EDI-SHA
22h 55m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:30 - 23:10SHA-EDI
32h 40m3 stops
£773Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Fri, 12 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
10:50 - 09:35EDI-SHA
14h 45m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
10:50 - 06:35SHA-EDI
27h 45m1 stop
£985Hainan Airlines
Find Deal
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:25 - 12:20EDI-SHA
38h 55m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 07:50SHA-EDI
41h 20m2 stops
£988Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 19:40EDI-SHA
24h 50m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:30 - 23:15SHA-EDI
32h 45m2 stops
£1,060Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Fri, 12 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:30 - 20:55EDI-SHA
43h 25m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 07:50SHA-EDI
41h 20m2 stops
£1,162Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:40 - 12:20EDI-SHA
38h 40m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 07:50SHA-EDI
41h 20m2 stops
£1,638Cathay Pacific
Find Deal
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan

Cathay Pacific flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
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
£755
Find similar
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
£988
Find similar
Cathay Pacific
26 Dec
EDI17:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
43h 25m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
11 Jan
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 20m
2 stops
EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,162
Find similar

momondo Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

12:45-16:05

2 stops19h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

21:30-12:00

2 stops22h 30m

£608

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/12

06:25-09:55

2 stops19h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 19/12

22:30-13:25

2 stops22h 55m

£716

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

05:50-15:00

3 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

20:30-23:10

3 stops34h 40m

£722

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

16:10-12:20

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

22:30-07:50

2 stops41h 20m

£755

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/12

05:50-12:45

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 19/12

22:30-23:10

3 stops32h 40m

£773

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 26/12

10:50-09:35

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/1

10:50-06:35

1 stop27h 45m

£985

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

13:25-12:20

2 stops38h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

22:30-07:50

2 stops41h 20m

£988

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/12

10:50-19:40

1 stop24h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 19/12

22:30-23:15

2 stops32h 45m

£1,060

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 26/12

17:30-20:55

2 stops43h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/1

22:30-07:50

2 stops41h 20m

£1,162

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 26/12

13:40-12:20

2 stops38h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/1

22:30-07:50

2 stops41h 20m

£1,638

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 18 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Shanghai from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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 Hongqiao Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £491. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Edinburgh averaging around £514.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as £491. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £688. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as £547. Flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £667.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around £630 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Edinburgh for as low as £490 on momondo.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated return price

Cheap Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (EDI to SHA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Direct flights

None
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
Search flight deals

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 5587.6 mi. Typically, this will take 14h 45m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £435Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,031 reviews
Search Turkish Airlines flights
China EasternPriceFrom £454Free CancellationRating
7.2
174 reviews
Search China Eastern flights
Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £466Free CancellationRating
8.1
50 reviews
Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLMPriceFrom £488Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,406 reviews
Search KLM flights
British AirwaysPriceFrom £544Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,487 reviews
Search British Airways flights

Why use momondo?

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

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai for you.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Edinburgh to Shanghai flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai from Edinburgh.

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

If you are not ready to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Shanghai and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Sat 29/11
Sat 6/12
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Shanghai

Popular Cities in China

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo
Flights to Beijing Capital Airportfrom £391
Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airportfrom £371
Flights to Beijing Daxing Intl Airportfrom £404