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Cheap flights from England to China from £263

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from England to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to China flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£428

One-way from

£263

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£526

Good round-trip deal

£378 or less

Good one-way deal

£271 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/1-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • England to China
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1/2
  • 1/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 20m total
  • England to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from England to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Mon 24/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Thu 4/1207:30SZX - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11£428
Fri 28/1121:00LHR - SZX
2 stops27h 15mHainan Airlines
Sun 7/1207:25SZX - LHR
1 stop18h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 18/11£429
Mon 1/1221:00LHR - SZX
1 stop19h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 14/1219:20SZX - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11£430
Sun 30/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Tue 16/1208:30SZX - LHR
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£431
Sun 30/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Sat 13/1209:30SZX - LHR
1 stop17h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£432
Wed 26/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Sun 7/1208:30SZX - LHR
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11£433
Sat 29/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Tue 9/1210:30SZX - LHR
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£434
Sat 29/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Mon 8/1210:30SZX - LHR
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£435
Sat 29/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Thu 18/1209:30SZX - LHR
1 stop16h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£436
Wed 3/1219:45LHR - SZX
1 stop20h 30mHainan Airlines
Wed 10/1207:25SZX - LHR
1 stop16h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 20/11£437
Sat 29/1121:30LHR - SZX
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Wed 10/1209:30SZX - LHR
1 stop17h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11£438
Mon 24/1121:00LHR - SZX
2 stops27h 15mHainan Airlines
Thu 4/1223:05SZX - LHR
2 stops26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 18/11£441

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Customise your flight search to find flights from England 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 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from England to China that are best for you.

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Route

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Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-11:00

1 stop29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

21:30-14:55

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

16:30-18:35

1 stop34h 05m

£454

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Sun 18/1

21:50-12:35

3 stops30h 45m

Shenzhen

Thu 5/2

13:40-19:40

3 stops38h 00m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 5/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/2

11:25-20:50

1 stop17h 25m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

19:45-22:55

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

£458

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

19:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/2

11:35-17:55

2 stops38h 20m

£458

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

18:50-19:00

1 stop31h 10m

£459

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Best time to book a flight from England to China

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to China (average of £206). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £445). 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 ENG to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from England 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 21 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from England to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from England to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from England to China. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their England to China flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from England 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 England to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from England to China in 17h. Fly via Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, or Tianjin Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5720 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from England to China one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from England to China are Gulf Air (£283), China Southern (£285), and China Eastern (£288).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to China (average of £206). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £445). 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 10 airlines flying from England to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£4Average£963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£274Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£364Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapest£366Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£367Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£377Average£473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£388Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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FinnairCheapest£388Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£390Average£502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£398Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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