Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Beijing

The shoulder weeks around late January and early March often offer lower fares than the peak winter period. February tends toward the lowest prices because it falls outside school holidays in most countries. If you prefer warmer weather, summer months carry higher demand from European travellers heading to Asia. Book well ahead for December departures when holiday demand pushes costs up.

Full-service carriers such as Qatar Airways, Emirates and Lufthansa include checked baggage and meals in their fares. Budget operators like Vueling Airlines, Aer Lingus and Nordic Regional Airlines charge extra for hold luggage and seat selection. British Airways and Turkish Airlines typically route through their major hubs. Lufthansa City Airlines operates regional segments within the larger network.

Beijing Capital International Airport sits north of the city centre and handles most international arrivals. Beijing Daxing International opened more recently on the southern edge and requires a longer journey into town. Both airports offer metro connections that run frequently throughout the day. Allow extra time at Daxing if you are unfamiliar with the terminal layout.

Currency

CNY (¥)

Power sockets

Type A, C, I · 220 V

Language

Putonghua

Emergency number

110, 119, 120

Driving side

right

Calling code

+86

Internet domain

.cn, .中国

Population of Beijing

21.9 M (2020)

Time zone

UTC+08 (Asia/Shanghai)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm which airport your airline uses before booking since Edinburgh has only one departure point but Beijing has two arrival options.
• Check whether your fare includes checked baggage or if you must pay separately on low-cost carriers.
• Verify that connection flights remain on the same ticket when changing airlines mid-journey.
• Ensure your passport and visa meet current requirements for entry into China before travelling.
• Consider that February weather is cold and pack layers appropriate for winter conditions.