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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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
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 4 December 2025.

Wed 3/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Tue 9/1222:05PVG - LHR
1 stop23h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12£432
Tue 2/1221:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Fri 12/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12£433
Wed 3/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Sun 14/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12£434
Wed 3/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Wed 10/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12£442
Thu 4/1210:00LGW - PVG
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:25PVG - LGW
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£448
Mon 8/1205:55LGW - PVG
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1222:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£458
Sun 7/1206:25LGW - PVG
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1222:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£460
Tue 2/1220:20LGW - PVG
1 stop29h 50mChina Southern
Tue 16/1222:50PVG - LGW
1 stop39h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 1/12£465
Thu 4/1209:30LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mGulf Air
Sun 7/1219:00PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 3/12£466
Sun 7/1206:25LGW - PVG
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1222:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£467
Mon 8/1222:15LHR - PVG
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£467
Wed 31/1219:45LHR - PEK
1 stop20h 00mHainan Airlines
Fri 27/207:15PEK - LHR
1 stop18h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 3/12£469

Find flight deals from London to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to China flight deals. Data was last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£433

One-way from

£284

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£670

Good round-trip deal

£377 or less

Good one-way deal

£259 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 9/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • London to China
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9/3
  • 9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 15m total
  • London to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£75 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 4 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to China that are best for you.

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London

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China

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Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

07:00-19:00

2 stops28h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

10:45-08:10

2 stops29h 25m

£451

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Thu 9/4

18:00-10:25

1 stop33h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sun 19/4

19:30-15:10

1 stop26h 40m

£463

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Sat 31/1

11:05-15:45

1 stop20h 40m

Beijing Capital

Fri 6/2

21:00-06:55

1 stop17h 55m

£464

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 16/4

18:00-20:10

1 stop19h 10m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 12/5

13:00-15:00

1 stop33h 00m

£464

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

12:00-11:20

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

16:50-07:05

1 stop21h 15m

£467

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 15/1

17:00-22:15

1 stop21h 15m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 19/1

07:30-14:00

1 stop38h 30m

£467

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 22/1

21:30-14:55

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£468

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 16/4

18:00-19:05

1 stop18h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 26/4

16:40-15:10

1 stop29h 30m

£479

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

12:00-12:20

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

16:50-07:05

1 stop21h 15m

£481

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

11:05-13:40

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Thu 22/1

15:45-06:55

1 stop23h 10m

£484

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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 £202). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £441). 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 4 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% 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. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 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 evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday 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 Southern 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 4 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, andChina Southern 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
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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
7.6
Good
22 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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
120 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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
127 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

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 Eastern, Air China, and China Southern fly from London to China in about 16h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 05m. The distance between London and China is about 5726 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 Tianjin Airlines (£198), China Southern (£225), and Beijing Capital Airlines (£238).

  • 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 £202). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £441). 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 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£269Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SAUDIACheapest£343Average£524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£355Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£359Average£538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£363Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£371Average£400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapest£374Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£385Average£497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£394Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£406Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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