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Cheap flights from London to China from £283

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
20 Dec — 27 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 20 November 2025.

Sat 29/1115:00LHR - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAir France
Tue 9/1222:15PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 05mAir France
Deal found 17/11£436
Wed 3/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Southern
Fri 12/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£436
Sat 29/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Tue 9/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£438
Sun 23/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Southern
Wed 10/1222:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£438
Wed 3/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Sun 14/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£439
Mon 24/1107:00LGW - PVG
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1222:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£439
Sat 22/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Wed 3/1221:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£439
Sat 22/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Wed 3/1222:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£439
Thu 4/1222:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Thu 11/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£442
Fri 21/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 23/1119:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11£442
Fri 28/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Mon 1/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£443
Wed 3/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 7/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£444

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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£438

One-way from

£283

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£525

Good round-trip deal

£377 or less

Good one-way deal

£271 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 29/11-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • London to China
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 22/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • London to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£78 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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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 20 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to China that are best for you.

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London

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 30/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£451

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 16/1

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£454

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Mon 12/1

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£454

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Tue 2/12

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/12

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£454

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 16/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

19:45-22:55

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

£457

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 6/4

22:40-18:20

1 stop36h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 16/4

07:55-20:15

1 stop19h 20m

£471

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Best time to book a flight from London to China

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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 £447). 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 20 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.

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

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Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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 20 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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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
178 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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
7.2
Good
126 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

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 Shenzhen Airlines, KLM, and Hainan Airlines fly from London to China in about 15h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 50m. The distance between London and China is about 5721 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 Gulf Air (£283), China Southern (£287), and Tianjin Airlines (£299).

  • 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 £447). 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 20 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£273Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£354Average£496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£363Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapest£365Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£369Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest£374Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£376Average£421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£389Average£501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£396Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£411Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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