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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to China from £273

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SHA
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to China

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 May 2026.

Tue 2/621:30
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Fri 19/622:25
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop27h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 11/5£492
Mon 8/618:00
LGW
-
WUH
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Sun 14/619:35
WUH
-
LGW
1 stop18h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/5£495
Fri 29/521:45
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop17h 55m
Emirates
Thu 4/600:45
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 9/5£500
Tue 29/921:30
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Thu 22/1018:20
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 10/5£500
Mon 15/611:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Wed 15/707:55
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop17h 35m
Air China
Deal found 7/5£502
Wed 3/611:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Wed 10/613:10
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop24h 50m
Air China
Deal found 6/5£504
Fri 5/623:55
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop15h 45m
Emirates
Sun 21/600:45
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5£506
Wed 30/911:35
LGW
-
CKG
2 stops22h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 12/1018:50
CKG
-
LGW
2 stops18h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/5£506
Wed 13/511:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop18h 20m
Air China
Wed 20/520:55
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop17h 05m
Air China
Deal found 9/5£506
Tue 22/920:20
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop16h 20m
Air China
Tue 13/1018:05
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop19h 50m
Air China
Deal found 7/5£506
Tue 16/611:15
LGW
-
CKG
1 stop17h 35m
Air China
Tue 23/616:10
CKG
-
LGW
1 stop21h 45m
Air China
Deal found 11/5£507
Sun 7/617:55
LGW
-
CKG
1 stop17h 55m
China Eastern
Sun 14/613:00
CKG
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/5£508

Find flight deals from Gatwick to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to China flight deals. Data was last updated 11 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£495

One-way from

£273

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£572

Good round-trip deal

£453 or less

Good one-way deal

£281 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 8/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • London to China
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • London to China
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to China that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

11:35-17:00

2 stops22h 25m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 12/10

08:20-06:40

1 stop29h 20m

£528

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Fri 5/6

10:40-13:10

1 stop19h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/6

19:20-06:55

1 stop18h 35m

£530

LondonFuzhou

LGW - FOC

LGWFOC

London Gatwick

Tue 15/9

20:20-23:35

1 stop20h 15m

Fuzhou

Tue 6/10

22:05-06:35

1 stop15h 30m

£541

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Wed 16/9

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 14/10

19:45-15:00

1 stop26h 15m

£541

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Fri 11/9

11:35-12:35

1 stop18h 00m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 7/10

20:35-06:40

1 stop17h 05m

£542

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Fri 11/9

11:35-12:35

1 stop18h 00m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 5/10

20:35-06:40

1 stop17h 05m

£542

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

18:00-18:50

1 stop17h 50m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 5/10

20:35-06:40

1 stop17h 05m

£542

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Tue 8/9

18:00-23:55

1 stop22h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 5/10

12:25-06:40

1 stop25h 15m

£542

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 11/9

18:00-23:55

1 stop22h 55m

Chengdu

Thu 8/10

17:00-06:40

1 stop20h 40m

£542

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Wed 4/11

08:40-14:45

1 stop22h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 19/11

18:15-05:55

1 stop19h 40m

£591

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to China

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £183). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,119). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to China as you normally would.

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 11 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,China Southern, andChina Eastern from London Gatwick Airport to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Air China
7.3
Good
149 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

    China Eastern, Gulf Air, and Air China can get you from London Gatwick Airport to China in just under 19h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 55m. London Gatwick Airport and China are separated by a distance of 5898 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to China one-way?

    £227 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkmenistan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Air China, with prices starting from £251 and £263, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to China?

    The most popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to China are London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Gatwick - Beijing Capital.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £183). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,119). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Gatwick to China

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£396Average£586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£400Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£439Average£822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkmenistan AirlinesCheapest£464Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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EmiratesCheapest£552Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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