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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.$1,057 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Thu, 15 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,057, select.
Edinburgh.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.
Edinburgh.$1,123 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Apr, returning Fri, 25 Apr.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 18 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,123, select.
Edinburgh.$1,130 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,130, select.
Edinburgh.$1,361 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,361, select.
Edinburgh.$1,453 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Apr, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 18 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,453, select.
Edinburgh.$1,455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,455, select.
Edinburgh.$1,471 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,471, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in May.
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May
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from $1,471
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Direct flights from Beijing to Edinburgh

Beijing to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Beijing to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,057
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineHainan Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Edinburgh is $1,057. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Edinburgh.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Beijing to Edinburgh.
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Beijing to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Beijing has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • Approximately 10 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 8 hours behind Beijing.

  • With 1 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the busiest route. Hainan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 03:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PEK to EDI is with Hainan Airlines at 03:10.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from Beijing to EDI. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) operate out of this terminal.

  • You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport with Hainan Airlines. This top carrier offers services from PEK.

  • We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Beijing to EDI that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers between PEK and EDI include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)

  • Central Beijing to PEK is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Booked an early flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Daxing International Airport (PKX) operates direct flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

  • Hainan Airlines offers direct flights from Beijing to EDI departing from PKX. Book your preferred window seat and get to your destination in a single journey.

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Daxing International Airport and EDI:

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • PKX is approximately 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to EDI, chill out in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Book a one-way ticket from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport from $457 or travel return from just $1,057. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.

  • Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Beijing to EDI.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from Beijing to EDI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Edinburgh, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Beijing to EDI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.

More about Edinburgh

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport:

  • Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Edinburgh to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Scotland.

Complete your Edinburgh trip with a car rental

  • After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Edinburgh. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beijing to Edinburgh

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