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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.572 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Mar, returning Mon, 31 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 19 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 572 €, select.
Beijing.572 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 19 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 572 €, select.
Beijing.585 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Mar, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 585 €, select.
Beijing.602 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Sat, 17 May.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 602 €, select.
Beijing.621 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 621 €, select.
Beijing.635 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 635 €, select.
Beijing.635 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Feb, returning Mon, 10 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 28 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 10 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 635 €, select.
Beijing.643 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Apr, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 4 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 643 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Beijing Capital flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
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Mar
from 572 €
Apr
from 644 €
May
from 602 €
Jun
from 721 €
Jul
from 808 €
Aug
from 1.149 €
Sep
from 769 €
Oct
from 736 €
Nov
from 764 €
Dec
from 765 €
Jan
from 765 €

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital

Edinburgh to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found572 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineHainan Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital is 572 €. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital.
As of February 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Beijing Capital is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital Airport on Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 10 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 Beijing Capital 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 Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and Hainan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing Capital.

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

  • A direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport takes on average 10 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, making it 8 hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Travelling over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Visiting Beijing (and then exploring more of China!) is straightforward with Hainan Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between EDI and PEK:

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Dublin Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from EDI to PEK, check whether you need a visa to enter China. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.

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

  • 268 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. A return flight starts at 572 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to PEK.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from EDI to PEK is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing

  • Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Beijing. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Beijing in February.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to PEK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from EDI to PEK, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just two of the big attractions to add to your Beijing to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.

  • If you're looking for more choice and flexibility when planning your trip, consider flying in or out of Daxing International Airport (PKX). This international airport is also a popular option for travelling to or from Beijing.

Complete your Beijing trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Beijing Capital International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Beijing holiday.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Beijing

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