What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to Shanghai?

Hainan Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Scotland to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Scotland according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Scotland, such as Edinburgh or Glasgow, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 15h 20m and 16h 35m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Shanghai?

As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Shanghai?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland to Shanghai.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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08:25 - 18:25

EDI

PVG

27h 00m

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20:50 - 07:40

PVG

EDI

17h 50m

1 stop

£559Finnair

Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

07:20 - 12:10

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PVG

21h 50m

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20:50 - 07:40

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17h 50m

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£586Multiple Airlines

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16:30 - 18:25

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42h 55m

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PVG

EDI

17h 50m

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£595Finnair

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PVG

25h 40m

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EDI

27h 05m

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£600Multiple Airlines

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PVG

15h 30m

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09:40 - 13:00

PVG

EDI

35h 20m

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£607SWISS

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19:40 - 07:40

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28h 00m

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09:40 - 13:30

PVG

EDI

35h 50m

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£610SWISS

Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

10:45 - 14:00

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PVG

19h 15m

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12:40 - 08:30

PVG

GLA

27h 50m

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£633China Eastern

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13:25 - 09:05

GLA

PVG

35h 40m

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12:40 - 22:10

PVG

GLA

17h 30m

1 stop

£634China Eastern

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:00 - 09:25

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11:15 - 23:10

PVG

GLA

18h 55m

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£650KLM

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17:40 - 10:20

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SHA

33h 40m

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19:45 - 23:05

SHA

GLA

34h 20m

2 stops

£752China Southern

Wed, 24 Jun - Wed, 1 Jul

China Southern flights from Scotland to Shanghai

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China Southern

24 Jun

GLA17:40Glasgow Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

SHA10:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Jul

SHA19:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 20m

2 stops

GLA23:05Glasgow Intl

£752

China Southern

2 Jun

GLA17:10Glasgow Intl

37h 10m

2 stops

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Jun

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 30m

2 stops

GLA23:20Glasgow Intl

£826

China Southern

26 Jun

EDI19:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 40m

2 stops

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Jul

SHA13:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 15m

2 stops

EDI23:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£832

Hainan Airlines flights from Scotland to Shanghai

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Hainan Airlines

30 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 55m

1 stop

SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Oct

SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£783

Hainan Airlines

26 Oct

EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 45m

1 stop

SHA09:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Nov

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI06:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£789

Hainan Airlines

28 Sept

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Oct

SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£790

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08:25-18:25

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20:50-07:40

1 stop17h 50m

£559

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Wed 30/9

07:20-12:10

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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20:50-07:40

1 stop17h 50m

£586

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EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

16:30-18:25

2 stops42h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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20:50-07:40

1 stop17h 50m

£595

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EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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06:00-14:40

2 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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14:10-10:15

1 stop27h 05m

£600

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EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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08:10-07:40

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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09:40-13:00

1 stop35h 20m

£607

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EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/10

19:40-07:40

1 stop28h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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09:40-13:30

1 stop35h 50m

£610

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GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

10:45-14:00

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

12:40-08:30

1 stop27h 50m

£633

GlasgowShanghai

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GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/11

13:25-09:05

1 stop35h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

12:40-22:10

1 stop17h 30m

£634

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GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-09:25

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 29/6

11:15-23:10

1 stop18h 55m

£650

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 24/6

17:40-10:20

2 stops33h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/7

19:45-23:05

2 stops34h 20m

£752

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Scotland, with most prices found around £429. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in November, then you should wait until March to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £436.

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The fastest flight from Scotland to Shanghai takes 16h 35m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Shanghai?
As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Shanghai

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,398 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £465	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,525 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 218 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £633	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,008 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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