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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to China from £293

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 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
30 Jun — 7 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 31 May 2026.

Mon 2/1121:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Gulf Air
Mon 30/1116:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 26/5£513
Mon 28/922:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 45m
Gulf Air
Fri 9/1015:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/5£515
Thu 4/620:50
LHR
-
PVG
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/702:10
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5£516
Mon 6/722:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/707:10
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5£516
Sat 10/1008:25
LHR
-
PVG
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1002:10
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5£516
Sun 5/722:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop16h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 12/708:15
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 30/5£517
Mon 28/920:50
LHR
-
PVG
2 stops45h 20m
Oman Air
Thu 8/1002:10
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops35h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 27/5£518
Mon 13/722:05
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop18h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 27/708:15
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 35m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/5£518
Wed 30/919:15
LHR
-
CKG
1 stop20h 35m
China Southern
Mon 12/1012:15
CKG
-
LHR
1 stop36h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 30/5£519
Mon 1/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 45m
Gulf Air
Wed 10/615:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/5£521
Sat 12/922:10
LHR
-
FOC
1 stop18h 45m
China Southern
Mon 12/1016:35
FOC
-
LHR
1 stop33h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 27/5£524
Sat 7/1108:25
LHR
-
PVG
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1116:05
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5£524

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 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£513

One-way from

£293

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£584

Good round-trip deal

£478 or less

Good one-way deal

£311 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 2/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 20m total
  • London to China
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23/11
  • 23/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 20m total
  • London to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 31 May 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 12/7

22:05-21:15

1 stop16h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sun 26/7

08:15-20:00

1 stop18h 45m

£551

LondonChongqing

LHR - CKG

LHRCKG

London Heathrow

Sat 11/7

22:05-21:15

1 stop16h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 27/7

08:15-19:50

1 stop18h 35m

£571

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 22/6

10:00-14:00

1 stop21h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 2/7

19:20-06:55

1 stop18h 35m

£582

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Wed 17/6

10:00-12:00

1 stop19h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 4/7

19:20-15:20

1 stop27h 00m

£602

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Fri 2/10

21:20-01:20

1 stop21h 00m

Chengdu

Sun 18/10

06:55-18:40

1 stop18h 45m

£603

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 16/11

17:50-21:00

1 stop19h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 22/11

10:15-15:00

1 stop36h 45m

£603

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Tue 17/11

20:15-21:00

1 stop16h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 10/12

10:15-20:10

1 stop17h 55m

£605

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Thu 3/9

22:15-21:05

1 stop15h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 30/9

22:20-20:35

1 stop29h 15m

£605

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Fri 19/6

10:00-13:10

1 stop20h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 2/7

19:20-06:55

1 stop18h 35m

£607

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Thu 11/6

06:30-08:55

1 stop19h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 18/6

10:55-19:25

1 stop15h 30m

£611

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to China

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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 £480). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £858). 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 31 May 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 8% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 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 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 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 31 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Shenzhen Airlines,Cathay Pacific, 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.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,353 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Southern
7.5
Good
152 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
221 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Air China
7.3
Good
153 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.

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?

    Gulf Air, China Eastern, and Cathay Pacific can get you from London Heathrow Airport to China in just under 19h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5896 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 £480). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £858). 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 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£153Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£296Average£731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£354Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest£369Average£512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£387Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£389Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest£402Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£407Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£416Average£502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FinnairCheapest£417Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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