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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to China from £258

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SHA
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to China flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£434

One-way from

£258

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£762

Good round-trip deal

£499 or less

Good one-way deal

£279 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 27/9-4/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • London to China
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • London to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£88 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London 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 18 July 2025.

Sat 27/918:00LGW - XIY
1 stop17h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 4/1020:00XIY - LGW
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/7£434
Wed 3/918:25LGW - CKG
1 stop17h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 10/915:20CKG - LGW
1 stop30h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/7£449
Sat 30/821:30LGW - CKG
1 stop20h 05mChina Southern
Sat 6/909:10CKG - LGW
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 15/7£476
Wed 3/911:35LGW - CKG
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/920:35CKG - LGW
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£481
Sat 13/911:25LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mAir China
Sat 6/1216:30PVG - LGW
1 stop21h 05mAir China
Deal found 16/7£482
Wed 1/1018:25LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 12/1001:30PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/7£489
Tue 14/1021:30LGW - PVG
1 stop16h 30mChina Southern
Mon 3/1122:05PVG - LGW
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/7£491
Sun 17/821:10LGW - SHA
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Sat 23/818:30SHA - LGW
1 stop19h 05mAir China
Deal found 17/7£491
Mon 3/1111:40LGW - CAN
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Thu 11/1218:40CAN - LGW
1 stop18h 55mAir China
Deal found 18/7£492
Wed 24/1211:40LGW - CKG
1 stop20h 35mAir China
Tue 30/1213:00CKG - LGW
1 stop24h 35mAir China
Deal found 16/7£493
Wed 26/1110:35LGW - CAN
1 stop16h 40mGulf Air
Sat 6/1219:00CAN - LGW
1 stop19h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 17/7£494
Sun 31/819:00LGW - TSN
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/915:00TSN - LGW
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£500

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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 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonXi'an

LGW - XIY

LGWXIY

London Gatwick

Sat 27/9

18:00-18:15

1 stop17h 15m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 4/10

20:00-16:00

1 stop27h 00m

£434

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Wed 3/9

18:25-19:20

1 stop17h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 10/9

15:20-15:00

1 stop30h 40m

£449

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Sat 30/8

21:30-00:35

1 stop20h 05m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sat 6/9

09:10-18:30

1 stop16h 20m

£476

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Wed 3/9

11:35-19:20

1 stop24h 45m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 10/9

20:35-15:00

1 stop25h 25m

£481

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Sat 13/9

11:25-05:45

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/12

16:30-05:35

1 stop21h 05m

£482

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

18:25-12:50

Nonstop11h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/10

01:30-06:40

Nonstop12h 10m

£489

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

21:30-21:00

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/11

22:05-17:20

1 stop27h 15m

£491

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sun 17/8

21:10-21:50

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 23/8

18:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£491

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Mon 3/11

11:40-12:30

1 stop16h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 11/12

18:40-05:35

1 stop18h 55m

£492

LondonChongqing

LGW - CKG

LGWCKG

London Gatwick

Wed 24/12

11:40-16:15

1 stop20h 35m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Tue 30/12

13:00-05:35

1 stop24h 35m

£493

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to China

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £572). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 18 July 2025.

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.

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 18 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, China Southern, andQatar Airways 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
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
619 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,906 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

    £258 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Air China, with prices starting from £280 and £283, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £572). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 4 airlines flying from Gatwick to China

Discover the top 4 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 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£322Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£366Average£544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£391Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Gulf AirCheapest£408Average£468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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