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Shanghai Edinburgh
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Tue, 21 May PVG - EDI
Wed, 22 May EDI - PVG
£3031 £2972
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Shanghai Edinburgh
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Sun, 19 May SHA - EDI
£238 £229
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Shanghai Edinburgh
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Sun, 02 Jun SHA - EDI
Tue, 04 Jun EDI - SHA
£670 £657
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
350% Trains are 350% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £0.44
Edinburgh £2
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
350% The average meal is 350% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £3.3
Edinburgh £15
Distance: 5594 miles
Shanghai airports
Hongqiao (SHA) How far from city centre: 4 miles
Pu Dong (PVG) How far from city centre: 19 miles
Edinburgh airports
Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 6 miles
Glasgow Scotland (GLA) How far from city centre: 42 miles
Prestwick (PIK) How far from city centre: 63 miles

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If you are planning to visit Edinburgh from Shanghai, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from China to United Kingdom, Shanghai - Edinburgh is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport SHA, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport EDI airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in United Kingdom.

The flight duration is approximately 33 h and 45 m, covering a distance of about 9001 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Shanghai SHA to Edinburgh EDI: Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Edinburgh

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United Kingdom. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Shanghai to Edinburgh at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £229 for the route Shanghai - Edinburgh. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Edinburgh more expensive than Shanghai to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Edinburgh costs an average of 4.00 GBP pounds, 127% more expensive than Shanghai, with a fare of 1.76 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 355% more in Edinburgh: 2.00 GBP pounds against 0.44 GBP pounds in Shanghai. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 15.00 GBP euros in Edinburgh, 355% more than the 3.30 GBP euros in Shanghai. The price of a coffee is approximately 16% more expensive in Edinburgh, with an average of 3.39 GBP euros, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 2.92 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Edinburgh?
The most popular months to book from Shanghai to Edinburgh are September, May and August.
When would be the best time to travel from Shanghai to Edinburgh?
The best time of the year to visit Edinburgh from Shanghai really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, September is the best month to fly to  Edinburgh from Shanghai in terms of searches from our customers, followed by July and October. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds November, January and June are the months with fewer searches for Shanghai -  Edinburgh.
What is the duration of a flight from Shanghai to Edinburgh?
Flight duration from Shanghai to Edinburgh is around 20:20 hours on average, at an average distance of 12,601 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Edinburgh compared to Shanghai?
The average temperature in Shanghai is 37.03 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 12.0 mm ,Edinburgh's temperatures reach 24.09 during the hot season, with 3.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -4.11 degrees in Edinburgh, compared to the -2.66 average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Edinburgh have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Edinburgh are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Edinburgh are:
  • China Eastern Airlines, stopping in Amsterdam for 135 minutes at least.
  • China Southern Airlines, with 135 minutes stop in Amsterdam.
  • Virgin Atlantic, with 110 minutes scale in London.
Flight Time 20 h and 20 m Flights from Shanghai and Edinburgh last around 20 h and 20 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £229 The cheapest price available for flights from Shanghai to Edinburgh that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season September According to search data from our customers, September is the busiest time to fly from Shanghai to Edinburgh
Airlines that fly this route Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines Airline(s) that fly fromShanghai to Edinburgh

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