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Cheap flights from London to China from £284

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from London to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 November 2025.

Tue 11/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Tue 18/1121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£435
Sat 15/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sat 29/1108:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 10/11£436
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Sat 22/1118:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£436
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Thu 27/1121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£436
Sun 23/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Mon 8/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£437
Thu 13/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Thu 27/1122:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£438
Sun 23/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Mon 8/1219:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£439
Sat 15/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Sun 23/1118:05PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£439
Fri 5/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Sun 7/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£441
Tue 2/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Tue 23/1220:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£443
Tue 2/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Wed 17/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£444
Wed 10/1214:45LHR - PVG
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£446

Cheap flight deals from London to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to China flight deals. Data was last updated 13 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£435

One-way from

£284

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£522

Good round-trip deal

£377 or less

Good one-way deal

£270 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/11-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • London to China
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • London to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£79 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to China.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 13 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to China that are best for you.

Fly from

London

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 29/11

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

08:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

£438

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 9/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Sat 10/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Tue 9/12

07:45-09:25

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 7/1

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 28/4

21:00-14:10

1 stop34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 18/5

21:50-19:00

1 stop28h 10m

£474

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/12

07:20-22:15

2 stops30h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 23/12

17:30-18:30

2 stops33h 00m

£476

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Thu 8/1

14:35-09:15

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 17/1

12:35-09:40

3 stops29h 05m

£500

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Thu 15/1

13:55-08:45

1 stop34h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 25/1

19:45-12:05

1 stop24h 20m

£505

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

19:20-08:45

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 10/3

19:45-06:40

1 stop18h 55m

£505

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Best time to book a flight from London to China

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to China (average of £205). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £446). 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 LON to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 13 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to China. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to China flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 13 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, China Southern, andShenzhen Airlines from London to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.5
Good
20 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
177 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air China
7.1
Good
122 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like China Southern, KLM, and Etihad Airways fly from London to China in about 16h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 35m. The distance between London and China is about 5720 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to China are China Southern (£290), China Eastern (£308), and Gulf Air (£311).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to China?

    While some choose either London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from London to China.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from London to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to China (average of £205). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £446). 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 London to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£272Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£353Average£495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£363Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapest£365Average£561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£368Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest£374Average£594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£376Average£421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£388Average£500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£396Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£411Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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