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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh from £249

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh departing on 19/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap return flights

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22:30 - 00:20
SHA
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EDI
32h 50m
2 stops
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07:55 - 17:45
EDI
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SHA
26h 50m
2 stops
£587Multiple Airlines
Wed, 19 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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14:50 - 17:40
SHA
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EDI
33h 50m
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06:15 - 17:45
EDI
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SHA
28h 30m
2 stops
£611Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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21:50 - 00:20
SHA
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EDI
33h 30m
3 stops
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07:55 - 17:45
EDI
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26h 50m
2 stops
£633Multiple Airlines
Wed, 19 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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20:15 - 07:00
SHA
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EDI
17h 45m
1 stop
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06:15 - 10:55
EDI
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SHA
21h 40m
2 stops
£652Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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19:00 - 07:00
SHA
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EDI
19h 00m
1 stop
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06:00 - 09:35
EDI
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19h 35m
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£676Multiple Airlines
Sat, 29 Aug - Sun, 3 Jan
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19:00 - 07:00
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19h 00m
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23:35 - 09:35
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26h 00m
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£683Multiple Airlines
Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 4 Jan
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19:00 - 08:00
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44h 00m
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10:50 - 09:35
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14h 45m
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£689Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Mon, 4 Jan
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19:00 - 07:00
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12:00 - 17:45
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22h 45m
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£690Hainan Airlines
Wed, 19 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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11:50 - 09:45
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EDI
28h 55m
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13:05 - 17:00
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20h 55m
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£734Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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11:15 - 14:00
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£753Multiple Airlines
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China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh flight tickets
China Southern
16 Sept
SHA19:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 20m
2 stops
EDI23:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Sept
EDI18:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 50m
2 stops
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£894
China Southern
16 Sept
SHA19:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 20m
2 stops
EDI23:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Sept
EDI18:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 50m
2 stops
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£895
China Southern
16 Sept
SHA08:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 45m
2 stops
EDI22:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Sept
EDI18:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 50m
2 stops
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£896

Hainan Airlines flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
29 Aug
SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 00m
1 stop
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
4 Jan
EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 45m
1 stop
SHA09:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£676
Hainan Airlines
19 Aug
SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 00m
1 stop
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
31 Aug
EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 45m
1 stop
SHA17:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£690
Hainan Airlines
4 Sept
SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
4 Jan
EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 45m
1 stop
SHA09:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£773

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh 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 17 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

22:30-00:20

2 stops32h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

07:55-17:45

2 stops26h 50m

£587

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

14:50-17:40

2 stops33h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 25/8

06:15-17:45

2 stops28h 30m

£611

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

21:50-00:20

3 stops33h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

07:55-17:45

2 stops26h 50m

£633

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

20:15-07:00

1 stop17h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 25/8

06:15-10:55

2 stops21h 40m

£652
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/8

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 3/1

06:00-09:35

2 stops19h 35m

£676

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/8

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/1

23:35-09:35

2 stops26h 00m

£683

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/9

19:00-08:00

2 stops44h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/1

10:50-09:35

1 stop14h 45m

£689

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

12:00-17:45

1 stop22h 45m

£690

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

11:50-09:45

2 stops28h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 25/8

13:05-17:00

3 stops20h 55m

£734

ShanghaiEdinburgh

SHA - EDI

SHAEDI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

11:15-14:00

2 stops33h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/1

19:00-09:35

2 stops30h 35m

£753

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Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Edinburgh?

Percentage of one-stop return trips between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Edinburgh selected by momondo users, with the same stopover airport each way, over the last 12 months.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Average price of one-stop return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh, with the same stopover airport on both legs, clicked by momondo users over the past 12 months.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of £721.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Average total travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh, grouped by stopover airport, based on momondo user clicks from the past 12 months.

Flights connecting via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 50m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Average connection time for one-stop one-way flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh, grouped by stopover airport, based on momondo user clicks over the last 12 months.

Helsinki (HEL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 43m.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh (SHA to EDI) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

17h 50m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh takes 17h 50m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh

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

    The distance between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Edinburgh Turnhouse is about 5587.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 17h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

    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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse 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 Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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