How long is the flight from Birmingham to China?

Airlines like Air France, KLM, and China Eastern fly from Birmingham to China in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 25m. Birmingham and China are separated by a distance of 5053 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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.

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 routes from Birmingham to China?

While some choose either Birmingham - Guangzhou Baiyun or Birmingham - Haikou Meilan Intl, Birmingham - Beijing Capital is the most popular route from Birmingham to China.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham to China?

China Eastern, KLM and Lufthansa are the most popular airlines when flying from Birmingham to China.

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

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

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.

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.

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Find flight deals from Birmingham to China

Round-trip from	£502
One-way from	£227
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	January
Average price	£1,158

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BirminghamShanghai

BHX Birmingham - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Wed 30/9

12:10-20:05

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/10

19:25-16:50

2 stops28h 25m

£514

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Wed 30/9

08:30-15:55

2 stops24h 25m

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/10

23:05-19:55

2 stops27h 50m

£537

Fastest return journey

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Thu 3/9

14:30-15:55

1 stop18h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 29/9

10:55-22:10

2 stops18h 15m

£539

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Fri 2/10

13:25-15:55

2 stops19h 30m

Beijing Capital

Fri 9/10

23:05-12:40

2 stops20h 35m

£571

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Wed 30/9

17:40-08:55

1 stop32h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/10

23:05-12:40

2 stops20h 35m

£574

BirminghamShanghai

BHX Birmingham - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Sun 20/9

21:45-11:55

2 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/9

22:30-23:35

3 stops32h 05m

£603

BirminghamShanghai

BHX Birmingham - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Mon 12/10

08:30-19:00

2 stops27h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/10

19:00-11:20

2 stops23h 20m

£607

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Mon 14/9

19:35-05:10

1 stop26h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 23/9

02:50-19:55

1 stop24h 05m

£610

BirminghamShanghai

BHX Birmingham - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Sun 13/9

08:30-10:00

2 stops18h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/9

12:10-14:35

2 stops33h 25m

£611

BirminghamBeijing

BHX Birmingham - PEK Beijing Capital

BHXPEK

Birmingham

Thu 3/9

21:25-14:15

2 stops33h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 29/9

08:30-08:05

3 stops30h 35m

£633

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £577). Flying from Birmingham to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,168). 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

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to China, such as Emirates,KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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

3,660 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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

KLM

7.8

Good

1,560 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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 France

7.5

Good

1,647 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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

232 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,202 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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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

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 Air France, KLM, and China Eastern fly from Birmingham to China in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 25m. Birmingham and China are separated by a distance of 5053 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 - Guangzhou Baiyun or Birmingham - Haikou Meilan Intl, Birmingham - Beijing Capital 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £577). Flying from Birmingham to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,168). 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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China Eastern	Cheapest£431	Average£674	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£592	Average£666	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£672	Average£781	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	Cheapest£834	Average£1,079	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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