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

Tianjin Airlines, China Southern, and Shenzhen Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to China in just under 10h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5301 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 London Heathrow Airport to China one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to China are Tianjin Airlines (£237), China Southern (£243), and Air China (£266).

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 Heathrow Airport to China?

The most popular flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to China are London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Heathrow - Guangzhou Baiyun.

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

China Southern, Air China and China Eastern are the most popular airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to China.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to China?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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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Average price	£561
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Good one-way deal	£251 or less

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LHR London Heathrow - SZX Shenzhen

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Wed 16/9

22:00-21:10

1 stop16h 10m

Shenzhen

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

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LondonChongqing

LHR London Heathrow - CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

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London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

17:15-10:25

1 stop33h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

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£292

LondonShenzhen

LHR London Heathrow - SZX Shenzhen

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

22:00-21:10

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Shenzhen

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

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LondonFuzhou

LHR London Heathrow - FOC Fuzhou

LHRFOC

London Heathrow

Sat 9/1

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Fuzhou

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

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LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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21:00-22:10

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£299

LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

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22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£299

LondonXi'an

LHR London Heathrow - XIY Xi'an Xianyang

LHRXIY

London Heathrow

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22:10-14:45

1 stop33h 35m

Xi'an Xianyang

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£303

LondonShenzhen

LHR London Heathrow - SZX Shenzhen

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Fri 18/9

22:00-23:40

1 stop18h 40m

Shenzhen

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£304

LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 28/11

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

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LondonFuzhou

LHR London Heathrow - FOC Fuzhou

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London Heathrow

Fri 18/9

20:50-10:15

2 stops30h 25m

Fuzhou

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£311

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China (average of £495). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £833). 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 LHR to CN?

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 120 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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, China Southern 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 Heathrow Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China, you should look to book at least 68 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific,Air China, andChina Southern from London Heathrow Airport to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

Air China

7.5

Good

164 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

China Eastern

7.3

Good

236 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,210 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

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How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to China?
Tianjin Airlines, China Southern, and Shenzhen Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to China in just under 10h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5301 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 London Heathrow Airport to China one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to China are Tianjin Airlines (£237), China Southern (£243), and Air China (£266).
What are the most popular routes from London Heathrow Airport to China?
The most popular flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to China are London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Heathrow - Guangzhou Baiyun.
Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to China that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to China?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to China.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to China?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to China?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China (average of £495). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £833). 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 Heathrow to China

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Hainan Airlines	Cheapest£152	Average£444	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time61%	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	Cheapest£349	Average£514	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
China Southern	Cheapest£371	Average£536	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Tianjin Airlines	Cheapest£385	Average£504	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Tianjin Airlines flights
Air China	Cheapest£387	Average£620	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Shenzhen Airlines	Cheapest£388	Average£511	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest£400	Average£586	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£415	Average£517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Gulf Air	Cheapest£426	Average£542	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Gulf Air flights
SAUDIA	Cheapest£447	Average£579	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search SAUDIA flights

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Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 7 September 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 120 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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, China Southern 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 Heathrow Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China, you should look to book at least 68 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific,Air China, andChina Southern from London Heathrow Airport to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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

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

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to China?

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to China?

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