Flying from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is Beijing's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leaving from here.
Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Beijing to Edinburgh Airport flight.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Beijing. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
Choose from 3 direct services every week between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). This is the most popular route, with Hainan Airlines offering a 3:10am departure from PEK to EDI.
Your flight from Beijing to EDI won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
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 lock in a direct flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport with Hainan Airlines. This leading airline offers services from PEK.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Hainan Airlines from PEK to EDI.
Hainan Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 100.0% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to EDI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
81% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of PEK.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Beijing Daxing International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Beijing to EDI flight? Relax in a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 87% of them landing right on cue.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near EDI:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Beijing to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
The centre of Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport is $390. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $894. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to EDI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Beijing to Edinburgh Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Beijing to EDI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Edinburgh. July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Beijing to EDI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are must-do's during your Edinburgh adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to check off its must-visit sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Preston, roughly 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall are key reasons to visit.
