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Cheapest return flight
£566
Typical prices: £553-£1,071
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Fri 16/11Sun 2/12
EDI - SHA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£296
Typical prices: £332-£616
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Thu 29/11
EDI - SHA • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 43% price drop
April
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai (EDI-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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08:50 - 16:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Beijing Capital
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19:30 - 16:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 35m2 stops Beijing Capital Brussels Bruxelles-National
£566Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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10:50 - 09:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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20:55 - 16:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Brussels Bruxelles-National
£575Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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08:35 - 20:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Fuzhou
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21:45 - 23:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 20m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
£599Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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12:20 - 22:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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07:10 - 23:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 55m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
£601Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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18:00 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Guangzhou Baiyun
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09:20 - 22:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl London Heathrow
£614Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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12:20 - 20:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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20:35 - 14:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 10m3 stops Xi'an Xianyang Vienna Intl London Stansted
£619Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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05:50 - 13:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Beijing Capital
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20:55 - 16:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 40m3 stops Beijing Capital Manchester Cork
£632Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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05:40 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 55m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Brussels Bruxelles-National Beijing Capital
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20:00 - 14:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 45m3 stops Xi'an Xianyang Vienna Intl London Stansted
£634Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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10:50 - 09:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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20:55 - 06:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
£749Hainan Airlines
Fri, 2 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
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12:00 - 17:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
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19:00 - 07:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
£752Hainan Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Hainan Airlines (£749) offered the cheapest return ticket from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£296
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 5,593 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from £553 to £1,071, with an average of £827 over the past 12 months. Anything below £553 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £566 to £5,526. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £405, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through Beijing Capital (PEK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £468 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,294, a difference of £826.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 8 hours ahead of Edinburgh (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £468, about £826 less than Thursday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average £468 return in that month – typically £826 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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