Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Allow plenty of time to make your EDI to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EDI to Chengdu with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chengdu
Rs107,333 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs181,229. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EDI to Chengdu. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 72 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is located around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
After stepping off your EDI to Chengdu flight, unwind at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Travel to Chengdu in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Chengdu around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chengdu right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are top sights which should be on any good Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its popular sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.