Cheap flights from London to China from £267

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
13 Apr — 20 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to China

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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 14 March 2026.

Fri 24/422:05
LHR
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SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 9/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/3£433
Fri 12/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 20/621:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/3£433
Fri 24/422:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 10/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/3£434
Wed 13/519:15
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop15h 05m
China Southern
Wed 27/507:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3£434
Fri 24/422:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 3/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 9/3£434
Mon 27/422:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Thu 7/521:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 9/3£434
Mon 1/622:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Thu 18/619:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 12/3£435
Mon 1/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 21/621:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 12/3£435
Sun 3/522:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 9/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/3£436
Fri 17/422:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 13/621:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/3£436
Fri 24/422:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 8/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/3£437
Mon 27/411:35
LGW
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PVG
Nonstop11h 20m
China Eastern
Tue 5/509:45
PVG
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LGW
Nonstop12h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/3£438

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 14 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£428

One-way from

£267

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£619

Good round-trip deal

£352 or less

Good one-way deal

£237 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 3/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 50m total
  • London to China
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • London to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£62 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to China.

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 14 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 17/5

22:05-15:20

1 stop34h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 28/5

15:35-20:00

1 stop35h 25m

£436

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 27/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£459
Fastest return journey

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Sun 26/4

11:35-05:55

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

09:45-15:00

Nonstop12h 15m

£473

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/5

19:25-06:45

1 stop18h 20m

£493

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

11:35-12:15

1 stop17h 40m

Beijing Capital

Tue 19/5

19:30-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

£508

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Sun 26/4

14:40-18:15

2 stops20h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 1/5

21:30-12:40

2 stops22h 10m

£509

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 18/5

21:20-00:50

1 stop20h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 25/5

20:00-18:40

1 stop29h 40m

£537

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 3/6

11:35-05:55

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/6

01:10-06:40

Nonstop12h 30m

£562

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Tue 21/4

14:40-18:15

2 stops68h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 3/5

18:15-07:30

1 stop20h 15m

£575

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sat 25/4

12:35-16:00

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/5

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£579

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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 £191). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £442). 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 14 March 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 43% 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 12 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to China flight should consider departing on Monday 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.

How often are flights from London to China delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between London and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 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 Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% 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 14 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andAir China 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.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

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 Air China, China Eastern, and SAUDIA fly from London to China in about 11h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 15m. The distance between London and China is about 5744 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 (£241), China Southern (£246), and Beijing Capital Airlines (£251).

  • What are the most popular routes 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 £191). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £442). 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 14 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£155Average£495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£307Average£539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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SAUDIACheapest£328Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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China SouthernCheapest£354Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£393Average£441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FinnairCheapest£406Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China EasternCheapest£407Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£409Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest£412Average£540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest£413Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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