How long is the flight from Scotland to Shanghai?

On average, it takes 13h 25m to fly from Scotland to Shanghai if you fly out of Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland) and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai). If you’re flying out of Glasgow and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 17h 50m.

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

Hainan Airlines, Finnair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, British Airways and KLM 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 64% 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.

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Scotland to Shanghai as of July 2026.

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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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

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

2 stops

18:20 - 13:10

PVG

EDI

25h 50m

2 stops

£540Multiple Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

06:00 - 18:25

EDI

SHA

29h 25m

2 stops

20:00 - 17:35

SHA

EDI

28h 35m

2 stops

£543Multiple Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

12:00 - 10:55

EDI

SHA

15h 55m

1 stop

19:00 - 07:00

SHA

EDI

19h 00m

1 stop

£550Hainan Airlines

Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

12:00 - 09:50

EDI

PVG

14h 50m

1 stop

11:05 - 07:00

PVG

EDI

26h 55m

1 stop

£550Hainan Airlines

Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

10:45 - 14:00

GLA

PVG

19h 15m

1 stop

12:40 - 08:30

PVG

GLA

27h 50m

1 stop

£696China Eastern

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

10:45 - 14:00

GLA

PVG

19h 15m

1 stop

12:40 - 08:30

PVG

GLA

27h 50m

1 stop

£711China Eastern

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

16:00 - 21:45

GLA

PVG

21h 45m

2 stops

18:10 - 08:55

PVG

GLA

22h 45m

2 stops

£826Qatar Airways

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

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Hainan Airlines flights from Scotland to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Scotland to Shanghai flight tickets

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

24 Aug

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 00m

1 stop

SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31 Aug

SHA11:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£537

Finnair flights from Scotland to Shanghai

Our best Finnair deals on Scotland to Shanghai flight tickets

Finnair

30 Sept

EDI19:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 55m

2 stops

PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong

18 Oct

PVG20:50Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 05m

2 stops

EDI21:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£601

Finnair

30 Jul

EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 00m

1 stop

PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong

21 Aug

PVG20:50Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 30m

1 stop

EDI17:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£845

Finnair

22 Nov

GLA09:20Glasgow Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

PVG18:55Shanghai Pu Dong

26 Nov

PVG21:00Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 40m

2 stops

GLA22:40Glasgow Intl

£910

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EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

12:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/10

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

£508

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

12:00-09:50

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

11:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

£511

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/8

12:00-19:00

1 stop24h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

11:15-07:00

1 stop26h 45m

£537

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

17:00-05:00

2 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

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

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - SHA

EDISHA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/8

12:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/8

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

£550

EdinburghShanghai

EDI - PVG

EDIPVG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/8

12:00-09:50

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/8

11:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

£550

GlasgowShanghai

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

£696

GlasgowShanghai

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

£711

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

16:00-21:45

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

18:10-08:55

2 stops22h 45m

£826

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Scotland, with most prices found around £360. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in October, 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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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to Shanghai takes 13h 25m

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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 refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Shanghai?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Scotland to Shanghai as of July 2026.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £436	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,448 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £446	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 67 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,539 reviews	Search KLM 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

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