Flying from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Beijing to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Edinburgh is eight hours behind Beijing. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from PEK to EDI on Hainan Airlines's 3:10am flight.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Beijing to EDI. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
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) leave from this terminal.
Hainan Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport jetting out of PEK.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PEK and EDI is Hainan Airlines.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Beijing to EDI departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport. Here's where you can connect between Daxing International Airport and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is approximately 56 kilometres away.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to EDI flight:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 88.83% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near EDI and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Beijing to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, 279 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 648 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Beijing to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Beijing to Edinburgh Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Beijing to EDI.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). June is when most people travel to Edinburgh. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.
Before locking in your Beijing to EDI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Beijing to Edinburgh Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are leading attractions which should be on every Edinburgh itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to check off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Preston is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without dropping by Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.