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Cheap flights from Birmingham to China from £259

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — SHA
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to China

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2026.

Thu 14/506:55
BHX
-
CAN
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/517:25
CAN
-
BHX
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3£571
Wed 15/412:10
BHX
-
PVG
2 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/418:40
PVG
-
BHX
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3£571
Sun 1/1106:00
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop24h 35m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1112:25
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop29h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/3£572
Wed 21/1006:00
BHX
-
CAN
2 stops26h 50m
China Eastern
Wed 28/1009:00
CAN
-
BHX
2 stops19h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/4£586
Tue 12/519:15
BHX
-
SHA
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/508:20
SHA
-
BHX
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£588
Thu 30/406:55
BHX
-
PVG
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/515:05
PVG
-
BHX
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3£590
Sat 26/913:20
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
China Eastern
Sat 10/1012:30
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop16h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3£592
Mon 28/909:20
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 16/1012:30
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop16h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/4£593
Tue 19/514:30
BHX
-
CTU
2 stops37h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 9/719:50
CTU
-
BHX
2 stops43h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/3£593
Fri 30/1006:00
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop24h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 14/1112:40
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop15h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/3£601
Thu 24/914:30
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop17h 10m
China Eastern
Fri 9/1011:15
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop17h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3£603
Thu 11/613:25
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop16h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 15/612:30
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop27h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/3£609

Find flight deals from Birmingham to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to China flight deals. Data was last updated 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£571

One-way from

£259

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£737
14/5-21/5
  • 14/5-21/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 10m total
  • Birmingham to China
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22/4
  • 22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Birmingham to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£158 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 3 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to China that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Tue 12/5

19:15-10:55

3 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 19/5

08:20-11:15

2 stops33h 55m

£588

BirminghamChengdu

BHX - CTU

BHXCTU

Birmingham

Tue 19/5

14:30-11:05

2 stops37h 35m

Chengdu

Thu 9/7

19:50-08:35

2 stops43h 45m

£593

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 27/9

06:00-07:00

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

11:15-22:10

1 stop17h 55m

£603

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 27/9

14:30-14:40

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/10

11:15-22:10

1 stop17h 55m

£603

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Thu 24/9

14:30-14:40

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/10

11:15-22:10

1 stop17h 55m

£603

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Thu 11/6

13:25-13:15

1 stop16h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

12:30-08:35

1 stop27h 05m

£609
Fastest return journey

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Mon 28/9

13:25-13:15

1 stop16h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

11:15-22:10

1 stop17h 55m

£612

BirminghamFuzhou

BHX - FOC

BHXFOC

Birmingham

Thu 11/6

13:25-18:20

2 stops45h 55m

Fuzhou

Mon 15/6

19:25-09:30

2 stops21h 05m

£613

BirminghamChangsha

BHX - CSX

BHXCSX

Birmingham

Wed 10/6

06:00-21:50

2 stops32h 50m

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Sun 14/6

19:15-22:10

2 stops33h 55m

£614

BirminghamChengdu

BHX - CTU

BHXCTU

Birmingham

Thu 11/6

13:25-15:15

2 stops42h 50m

Chengdu

Mon 15/6

13:30-09:30

2 stops27h 00m

£615

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to China?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £274). Flying from Birmingham to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of £503). 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.

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 3 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to China, such as Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,293 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,885 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to China?

    For a flight from Birmingham to China, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to China?

    Airlines like China Eastern and Qatar Airways fly from Birmingham to China in about 17h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 35m. Birmingham and China are separated by a distance of 5312 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham to China?

    While some choose either Birmingham - Shanghai Pu Dong or Birmingham - Beijing Capital, Birmingham - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Birmingham to China.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to China?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £274). Flying from Birmingham to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of £503). 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 6 airlines flying from Birmingham to China

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 3 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£416Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£444Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LufthansaCheapest£534Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£610Average£713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£870Average£1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£994Average£1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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