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Cheap flights from England to China from £281

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from England to China

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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 29 July 2026.

Mon 2/1120:15
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop16h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 10/1110:15
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop17h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 29/7£540
Wed 19/822:00
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/823:05
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£545
Fri 11/911:00
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/919:00
SHA
-
LGW
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£547
Thu 3/1207:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/108:40
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£547
Fri 6/1119:25
STN
-
PVG
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/1120:30
PVG
-
STN
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£547
Thu 5/1122:05
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop14h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 8/1122:15
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop16h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 27/7£547
Sat 31/1019:30
LGW
-
PVG
3 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1119:00
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£548
Wed 30/922:10
LHR
-
CAN
Nonstop11h 45m
China Southern
Fri 16/1013:40
CAN
-
LHR
Nonstop12h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 29/7£548
Fri 11/912:35
LGW
-
PVG
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/911:05
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£548
Fri 28/821:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Sun 13/921:45
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop28h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 28/7£548
Tue 17/1113:50
LHR
-
CAN
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1209:00
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£548
Tue 17/1111:05
LGW
-
PVG
Nonstop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1109:40
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£549

Find flight deals from England to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to China flight deals. Data was last updated 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£540

One-way from

£281

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£787

Good round-trip deal

£348 or less

Good one-way deal

£261 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 2/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 40m total
  • England to China
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • England to China
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 29 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Tue 3/11

20:55-08:45

1 stop27h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 27/11

19:45-06:40

1 stop18h 55m

£565

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Tue 27/10

20:55-08:45

1 stop27h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 4/11

19:45-06:40

1 stop18h 55m

£565

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 21/9

12:00-13:50

2 stops18h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

20:15-12:50

2 stops23h 35m

£566
Fastest return journey

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Sat 19/9

22:00-16:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

13:40-19:10

Nonstop12h 30m

£569

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Wed 4/11

16:50-21:50

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 8/11

13:40-07:00

1 stop25h 20m

£581

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Tue 18/8

06:30-19:00

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/9

20:15-14:40

2 stops25h 25m

£582

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Sat 19/9

06:35-10:00

2 stops20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

12:10-12:50

2 stops31h 40m

£584

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Thu 12/11

13:55-08:45

1 stop34h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 23/11

19:45-18:10

1 stop30h 25m

£588

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 9/9

11:00-12:20

1 stop18h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

20:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

£590

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sat 24/10

11:00-14:15

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/11

14:50-06:30

1 stop23h 40m

£599

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Best time to book a flight from England to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from England with our price prediction graph.
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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 £512). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £822). 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 29 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from England to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How far ahead should I book a flight from England to China?

The price you pay for your flight from England to China may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 11h 30m. Fly via Etihad Airways, China Eastern, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5744 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 (£213), China Southern (£232), and Turkmenistan Airlines (£233).

  • 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 £512). Flying from England to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £822). 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 29 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£281Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£354Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£391Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£394Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest£406Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£410Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£414Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£419Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£424Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£445Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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