How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

China Southern, China Eastern, and SWISS can get you from London Gatwick Airport to China in just under 15h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. London Gatwick Airport and China are separated by a distance of 5744 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to China one-way?

£232 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkmenistan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Air China, with prices starting from £254 and £269, respectively.

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 London Gatwick Airport to China?

The most popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to China are London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Gatwick - Beijing Capital.

What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to China?

On average you can expect to pay £1,018 for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China. The cheapest flight overall is £264 while the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at £514.

What are the most reliable airlines from London Gatwick Airport to China?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Gatwick Airport to China on time: Garuda Indonesia (100%), China Eastern (93%), Air China (90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to China?

The most popular airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to China are Air China, China Eastern and China Southern. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to China?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £507). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £836). 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 LGW to CN?

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

Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to China

The most flights from LGW to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,Air China, andChina Eastern from London Gatwick Airport to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Southern

7.5

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1 / 8

6.0

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Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.

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Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Air China

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China Southern

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Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

China Eastern

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Sunil,Jul 2026

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How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?
China Southern, China Eastern, and SWISS can get you from London Gatwick Airport to China in just under 15h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. London Gatwick Airport and China are separated by a distance of 5744 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to China one-way?
£232 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkmenistan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Air China, with prices starting from £254 and £269, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to China?
The most popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to China are London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Gatwick - Beijing Capital.
What are the most reliable airlines from London Gatwick Airport to China?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Gatwick Airport to China on time: Garuda Indonesia (100%), China Eastern (93%), Air China (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to China?
On average you can expect to pay £1,018 for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China. The cheapest flight overall is £264 while the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at £514.
Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to China that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to China?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to China.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to China?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to China?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China (average of £507). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £836). 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£394	Average£551	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	Cheapest£399	Average£612	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Turkmenistan Airlines	Cheapest£474	Average£487	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Turkmenistan Airlines flights
China Southern	Cheapest£586	Average£794	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights

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Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 9 November 2026.

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

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Explore weekly flight availability from Gatwick to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 9 November 2026.

The most flights from LGW to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to China, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 9 November 2026.

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,Air China, andChina Eastern from London Gatwick Airport to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to China?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to China one-way?

What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to China?

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

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