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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to China from £274

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to China

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Wed 16/921:00
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop14h 50m
China Southern
Wed 7/1019:45
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 14/7£470
Mon 9/1121:30
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop34h 50m
China Southern
Mon 16/1108:55
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 14/7£473
Tue 3/1121:30
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop17h 25m
China Southern
Tue 1/1223:10
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 16/7£477
Wed 28/1017:40
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1109:00
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£485
Mon 24/822:40
LHR
-
HGH
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/907:00
HGH
-
LHR
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£485
Sun 18/1022:05
LHR
-
HGH
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1007:30
HGH
-
LHR
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7£486
Wed 30/921:00
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop14h 50m
China Southern
Mon 12/1009:00
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 15/7£487
Wed 2/922:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop18h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 30/908:15
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 13/7£488
Wed 21/1022:05
LHR
-
HGH
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/1009:00
HGH
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£490
Sun 16/822:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop32h 40m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 24/808:15
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 35m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/7£490
Wed 21/1022:05
LHR
-
HGH
1 stop32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1121:30
HGH
-
LHR
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£492
Mon 12/1022:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1009:00
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£493

Find flight deals from Heathrow to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Heathrow to China flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£369

One-way from

£274

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£796

Good round-trip deal

£307 or less

Good one-way deal

£302 or less
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 1/11-2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • London to China
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XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 9/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • London to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to China that are best for you.

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LondonChongqing

LHR - CKG

LHRCKG

London Heathrow

Sun 25/10

21:10-13:45

1 stop32h 35m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sat 21/11

21:00-19:10

1 stop30h 10m

£519

LondonQingdao

LHR - TAO

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Sun 16/8

22:05-16:55

1 stop35h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 6/9

08:10-20:00

1 stop18h 50m

£530

LondonQingdao

LHR - TAO

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Sun 1/11

21:10-23:05

1 stop17h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 22/11

11:35-19:10

1 stop39h 35m

£533

LondonQingdao

LHR - TAO

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Sun 1/11

21:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 17/11

13:00-19:10

1 stop38h 10m

£533

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Tue 10/11

20:15-21:00

1 stop16h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 27/11

22:15-17:20

1 stop27h 05m

£564

LondonQingdao

LHR - TAO

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

21:20-23:50

1 stop19h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 4/10

16:50-18:40

1 stop32h 50m

£576

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

17:50-21:15

1 stop19h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 6/11

07:30-20:10

1 stop20h 40m

£577

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Tue 3/11

20:15-21:50

1 stop17h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 8/11

13:40-07:00

1 stop25h 20m

£577

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/8

07:40-17:45

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/8

18:50-19:20

1 stop31h 30m

£597

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 15/11

12:25-09:10

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/12

10:55-17:45

Nonstop14h 50m

£597

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to China

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 £496). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £841). 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?

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 18 July 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London Heathrow Airport to China in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% 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 74 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 18 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andAir China 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
1,416 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
1,416 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,416 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
162 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
156 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
228 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
8,126 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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 😕

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to China?

    Shenzhen Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to China in just under 12h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 50m. 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 London Heathrow Airport to China one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to China are Tianjin Airlines (£238), China Southern (£244), and Air China (£267).

  • 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 - Beijing Daxing Intl.

  • 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 £496). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £841). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£153Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£351Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest£367Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£387Average£524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£389Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest£402Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£407Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£419Average£508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£428Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£440Average£808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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