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Flight deals from Guangzhou to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Guangzhou to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Edinburgh.C$1,199 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 16, returning Mon, Jun 23.Round-trip flight with Hainan Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Guangzhou on Mon, Jun 16, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Jun 23, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,199, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,439 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 24, returning Sat, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with China Southern and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Guangzhou on Tue, Jun 24, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Edinburgh on Sat, Nov 1, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,439, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,484 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 6, returning Tue, Sep 16.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Guangzhou on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Sep 16, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,484, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,485 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 9, returning Wed, Jul 16.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Guangzhou on Wed, Jul 9, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,485, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,514 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 1, returning Sun, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Guangzhou on Mon, Sep 1, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Sun, Sep 28, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,514, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,534 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 30, returning Mon, Apr 6.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Guangzhou on Mon, Mar 30, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Apr 6, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,534, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,601 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 2, returning Thu, Aug 28.Round-trip flight with China Southern and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Aug 28, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,601, select.
Edinburgh.C$1,657 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 30, returning Sat, Sep 6.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Guangzhou on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,657, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Edinburgh Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Guangzhou Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from C$1,199
Jul
from C$1,485
Aug
from C$1,601
Sep
from C$1,514
Oct
from C$1,909
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:October

Guangzhou to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Guangzhou to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,199
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Guangzhou to Edinburgh is C$1,199. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Guangzhou to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,199.
There are no flights flying from Guangzhou to Edinburgh, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Edinburgh is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Monday, June 16, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Guangzhou Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh is eight hours behind Guangzhou and is in the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Your CAN to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAN and EDI:

    • London Gatwick Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • C$476 is currently the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from C$1,199. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAN to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CAN to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • If you're getting in on a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats 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 accommodation options near EDI:

  • Go where the road takes you with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and see more of Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAN to EDI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Glasgow is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without visiting Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Guangzhou to Edinburgh

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