Find flights
Airlines

£269+ Cheap flights to China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SHA
18 Apr — 25 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to China in 2026

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available to China. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 March 2026.

Thu 23/411:35
LGW
-
PVG
Nonstop11h 25m
China Eastern
Thu 7/509:45
PVG
-
LGW
Nonstop12h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/3£436
Tue 28/412:35
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop14h 25m
Air China
Tue 5/521:30
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop16h 05m
Air China
Deal found 14/3£437
Fri 2/1011:00
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop19h 00m
China Southern
Sun 11/1018:20
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 15/3£437
Tue 28/421:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Mon 18/519:45
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 15/3£437
Fri 2/1011:00
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop17h 20m
China Southern
Sun 11/1020:00
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 15/3£437
Tue 28/422:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Mon 18/507:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 16/3£437

Find flights to China

Browse one-way and return flights deals to China on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 19 March 2026
Explore China
Flights to Guangzhou
Flights to Shanghai
Flights to Fuzhou
Flights to Beijing
Flights to Shenzhen
Flights to Shenyang
Flights to Xiamen
Flights to Chengdu
Flights to Nanning
Flights to Chongqing
Flights to Dalian
Flights to Kunming
Flights to Qingdao
Flights to Zhengzhou
Flights to Xi'an
Flights to Hangzhou
Flights to Changsha
Flights to Wuhan
Flights to Harbin
Flights to Nanjing

Find flight deals to China

Find the latest flights to China in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2026.

Return from

£470

One-way from

£269

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£666

Good round-trip deal

£357 or less

Good one-way deal

£237 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/4-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • London to Guangzhou
Search Deals
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 8/4
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • London to China
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for return flights in March 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London to China.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London to China.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to China that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 10/4

22:05-10:30

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 17/5

22:05-18:20

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£447

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 27/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/5

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£476

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Sun 3/5

14:40-18:10

2 stops20h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 18/5

21:30-12:40

2 stops22h 10m

£479

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Sun 19/4

14:40-18:10

2 stops20h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 3/5

18:15-14:15

1 stop27h 00m

£479

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 13/5

13:00-15:00

1 stop33h 00m

£480

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£490

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 18/5

19:45-06:40

1 stop17h 55m

£500

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 15/5

13:00-06:40

1 stop24h 40m

£500

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 17/5

13:00-06:40

1 stop24h 40m

£500

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/3

Showing 1-10 of 33 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to China

How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from London to China takes 18 hours 47 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to China. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to China should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

The most popular airlines flying from London to China are China Southern, Air China and China Eastern.

China Southern
China Southern
From £325
Air China
Air China
From £354
China Eastern
China Eastern
From £375
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
From £154

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to China are Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and SAUDIA.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to China in the last few years. This data was updated on 19 March 2026.
The most popular places in China to fly to are Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Fuzhou and Chengdu.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated 19 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andAir China to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Air China
7.3
Good
142 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
197 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,801 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.

FAQs about flying to China

  • Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to China?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Finnair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl typically cost £46, while return flights cost around £47.

  • How much is a return flight to China?

    A return flight to China will typically cost around £349, however they can be found for as little as £303.

  • Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to China, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hote is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to China?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to China today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to China?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to China by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights to China with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights to China flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to China become cheaper?

Of course! You can track prices for flights to China and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.