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Beijing Capital International Airport vs Edinburgh Airport
Detailed comparison of PEK and EDI on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Edinburgh Airport (EDI) at 7.6/10.
How good is Beijing Capital International Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores 7.8/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.6),
passenger experience (7.7), and facilities (8.0).
Lounge quality rates 8.4/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Beijing Capital PEK scores 7.8/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.4/10. Terminal 3 hosts Air China and Star Alliance international flights. Allow 90+ minutes for connections and immigration. Not to be confused with Daxing PKX. See /guides/beijing-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.8Very Good
On-time7.6Departure reliability
Experience7.7Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.4Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.6
Passenger Experience
7.7
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score8.4/10
Highlights
Terminal 3 is among the world's largest airport buildings — Air China First and Business lounges
Star Alliance carriers consolidate in T3 for international departures
Common connection point for UK–China and UK–Southeast Asia on Air China and partners
Air China and Star Alliance hub — Terminal 3 dragon-themed mega-terminal with strong premium lounges for UK–China and UK–Asia routings.
Terminal 3 and Air China lounges
Terminal 3 serves most international Star Alliance traffic including Air China long-haul. First and Business lounges offer Chinese and international buffet dining with shower suites.
UK passport holders typically need a visa for China unless qualifying for 144-hour transit visa-free in Beijing — verify current rules before planning a layover exit.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom · EDI · #2 in this comparison
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.4),
passenger experience (7.6), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 7.2/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Edinburgh EDI scores 7.6/10 on FlightLogic — Scotland's busiest airport. Tram to city centre ~30 min. Long-haul via Emirates, Qatar, United. UK261 applies to all departures. See /guides/edinburgh-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.6Very Good
On-time7.4Departure reliability
Experience7.6Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.2Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.4
Passenger Experience
7.6
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score7.2/10
Highlights
Scotland's primary international gateway — Emirates, Qatar Airways, and United long-haul plus dense European network
Edinburgh Trams reach city centre in ~30 minutes — direct link from airport stop
No1 Lounge and Aspire Lounge accept Priority Pass; pre-book at peak
UK261 covers all EDI departures — essential for easyJet and Ryanair Scotland routes
Overview
Scotland's busiest airport — single terminal, tram to Edinburgh city centre in 30 minutes, and growing long-haul via Emirates, Qatar, and United.
Scotland's international hub
Edinburgh handles Scotland's intercontinental traffic — Emirates to Dubai, Qatar to Doha, United to Newark, and seasonal North America routes supplement a dense European network on easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, and BA.
For UK travellers north of the border, EDI avoids the Edinburgh–Heathrow positioning flight that adds cost and time. Compare MAN (/airports/manchester) for northern England connectivity.
Tram and ground transport
Edinburgh Trams run from the airport stop to York Place in the city centre every 7–10 minutes, taking ~30 minutes. Taxis and Uber operate from signed landside pick-up zones.
Allow extra time during Edinburgh Festival (August) when passenger volumes spike.
FAQ
Which is better, Beijing Capital International Airport or Edinburgh Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Edinburgh Airport (EDI) at 7.6/10.
Which has better lounges, PEK or EDI?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher for lounges at 8.4/10, versus Edinburgh Airport at 7.2/10.
Which airport is more on-time, PEK or EDI?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) has stronger on-time performance at 7.6/10 versus Edinburgh Airport (EDI) at 7.4/10.
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