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Cheap flights from Birmingham to China from £336

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — SHA
23 May — 30 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 23 April 2026.

Sun 7/614:30
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop20h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 21/611:15
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop17h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/4£584
Sun 29/1113:30
BHX
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 3/1212:40
PVG
-
BHX
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4£610
Thu 4/608:50
BHX
-
CAN
3 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/611:00
CAN
-
BHX
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£616
Thu 4/606:00
BHX
-
CAN
2 stops53h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 11/620:00
CAN
-
BHX
2 stops33h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4£622
Sun 29/1110:40
BHX
-
FOC
2 stops23h 15m
China Eastern
Thu 3/1207:25
FOC
-
BHX
2 stops20h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4£634
Tue 29/1209:20
BHX
-
SZX
2 stops31h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 26/113:05
SZX
-
BHX
2 stops28h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/4£638
Mon 28/1209:20
BHX
-
CAN
2 stops46h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 25/120:10
CAN
-
BHX
2 stops45h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/4£638
Thu 14/514:30
BHX
-
SZX
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 18/523:25
SZX
-
BHX
2 stops41h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4£639
Sat 23/523:15
BHX
-
PVG
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/615:55
PVG
-
BHX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£643
Sun 7/621:55
BHX
-
PVG
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/615:55
PVG
-
BHX
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£646
Wed 2/1209:20
BHX
-
ZUH
2 stops45h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 6/1215:45
ZUH
-
BHX
2 stops48h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/4£647
Thu 14/514:30
BHX
-
XIY
2 stops38h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 18/514:50
XIY
-
BHX
2 stops48h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/4£648

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£584

One-way from

£336

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£783
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • Birmingham to China
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 35m total
  • Birmingham to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£90 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 23 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

BirminghamGuangzhou

BHX - CAN

BHXCAN

Birmingham

Thu 4/6

08:50-01:20

3 stops33h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 11/6

11:00-12:00

2 stops32h 00m

£616

BirminghamXi'an

BHX - XIY

BHXXIY

Birmingham

Thu 14/5

14:30-11:30

2 stops38h 00m

Xi'an Xianyang

Mon 18/5

14:50-08:35

2 stops48h 45m

£648

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Wed 3/6

15:35-22:10

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

21:45-21:50

2 stops31h 05m

£688

BirminghamShenzhen

BHX - SZX

BHXSZX

Birmingham

Tue 2/6

14:30-00:10

2 stops26h 40m

Shenzhen

Tue 9/6

19:00-08:35

2 stops44h 35m

£697

BirminghamZhuhai

BHX - ZUH

BHXZUH

Birmingham

Wed 10/6

09:20-18:50

2 stops26h 30m

Zhuhai

Sun 14/6

14:45-22:10

2 stops38h 25m

£705

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Fri 19/6

05:55-09:25

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 29/6

12:30-08:35

1 stop27h 05m

£732

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 3/5

10:05-16:40

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/5

00:35-23:35

2 stops30h 00m

£739

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Sun 7/6

21:55-15:20

2 stops34h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

19:00-16:50

2 stops28h 50m

£746

BirminghamXi'an

BHX - XIY

BHXXIY

Birmingham

Tue 2/6

14:30-23:50

2 stops26h 20m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 9/6

18:00-08:35

2 stops45h 35m

£762

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Sat 6/6

12:40-22:20

2 stops26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 13/6

20:00-22:55

2 stops33h 55m

£774

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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Estimated return price
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £397). Flying from Birmingham to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of £782). 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 23 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
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,560 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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
7.4
Good
4,326 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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
208 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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
7,941 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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, SAUDIA, and Emirates fly from Birmingham to China in about 17h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 05m. Birmingham and China are separated by a distance of 5905 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 - Guangzhou Baiyun, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to China (average of £397). Flying from Birmingham to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of £782). 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 Birmingham to China

Discover the top 5 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£407Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£434Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LufthansaCheapest£522Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£598Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£841Average£1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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