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Cheap flights from England to China from £285

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
26 Nov — 3 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 27 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£436

One-way from

£285

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£611

Good round-trip deal

£376 or less

Good one-way deal

£277 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 13/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • England to China
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5/3
  • 5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • England to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 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 27 October 2025.

Thu 13/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Thu 27/1120:05SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£436
Thu 13/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Thu 27/1106:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£436
Wed 5/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Fri 21/1109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 25/10£437
Tue 4/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Fri 14/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 26/10£437
Sat 15/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Sat 29/1109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 24/10£438
Fri 31/1021:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1123:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£438
Thu 6/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Wed 19/1108:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£439
Thu 6/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Wed 19/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£439
Wed 26/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Wed 25/209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/10£439
Sat 22/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Wed 3/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 26/10£439
Mon 27/1021:00LHR - SHA
1 stop41h 55mHainan Airlines
Thu 13/1109:00SHA - LHR
1 stop40h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/10£440
Fri 28/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Sun 7/1218:05PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 26/10£440

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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 27 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from England to China that are best for you.

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England

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China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 15/11

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/11

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£436

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/2

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£437

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/2

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/2

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

21:50-10:15

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/2

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

21:50-10:15

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/3

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/2

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£457

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 28/11

19:25-19:15

1 stop15h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

22:15-10:45

2 stops20h 30m

£459

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

06:20-09:25

2 stops19h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

11:25-20:50

1 stop17h 25m

£472

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to China (average of £317). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £440). 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 27 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from England to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% 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. Monday afternoons 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 12h 55m. Fly via China Southern, Tianjin Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5738 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 Hainan Airlines (£285), Beijing Capital Airlines (£291), and Tianjin Airlines (£293).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to China (average of £317). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £440). 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 27 October 2025.
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EmiratesCheapest£4Average£945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£268Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£358Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapest£359Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£360Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£370Average£465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£381Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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FinnairCheapest£381Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£383Average£496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£390Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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