Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 50 minutes.
Edinburgh is eight hours behind Beijing and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PEK to EDI flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Edinburgh (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is easy with Hainan Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Hainan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PEK and EDI:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Copenhagen Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
₹ 25,105 is the best price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 63,285. These prices may change based on demand.
To get cheap tickets from PEK to EDI, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
When it comes to Beijing Capital International Airport's on-time performance, 79.67% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Beijing to Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PEK:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider booking a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
Before locking in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEK to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key reasons to visit.
