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Cheapest return flight
£575
Typical prices: £516-£1,073
Hainan Airlines
Mon 5/3Wed 21/3
EDI - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£350
Typical prices: £343-£572
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/12
EDI - SHA • 2 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 • 30% 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

Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 21 Mar
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10:50 - 09:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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19:30 - 06:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
£575Hainan Airlines
Fri, 26 Feb - Sun, 14 Mar
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10:50 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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20:55 - 06:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
£576Hainan Airlines
Fri, 5 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar
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10:50 - 09:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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19:30 - 06:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
£578Hainan Airlines
Fri, 26 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar
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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
£579Hainan Airlines
Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
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10:50 - 09:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:55 - 06:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
£582Hainan Airlines
Fri, 5 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
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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
£583Hainan Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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08:35 - 16:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 30m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Beijing Capital
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20:55 - 17:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 15m3 stops Beijing Capital Manchester Barcelona-El Prat
£609Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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08:35 - 16:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Beijing Capital
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19:30 - 15:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 40m3 stops Beijing Capital Manchester Dublin
£611Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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20:25 - 14:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 45m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Shenzhen
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21:30 - 19:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Barcelona-El Prat
£612Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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20:25 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 50m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Shenzhen
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20:30 - 19:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Barcelona-El Prat
£612Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport typically range from £516 to £1,073. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £575 on Hainan Airlines.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£350
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% 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 £516 to £1,073, with an average of £666 over the past 12 months. Anything below £516 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 £575 to £4,528. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £481, which is 21% above 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 £478 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,297, a difference of £818.

    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 £478, about £818 less than Thursday fares (63% 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 £469 return in that month – typically £827 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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