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Cheap flights from Manchester to China from £218

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SHA
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to China

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 August 2026.

Sat 19/911:10
MAN
-
SZX
1 stop18h 00m
Juneyao Airlines
Sun 4/1018:40
SZX
-
MAN
1 stop19h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 30/7£421
Mon 28/912:15
MAN
-
CAN
1 stop27h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 11/1010:15
CAN
-
MAN
1 stop27h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 31/7£448
Wed 16/911:10
MAN
-
SZX
1 stop18h 00m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 1/1018:40
SZX
-
MAN
1 stop19h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 30/7£448
Sat 21/1111:15
MAN
-
CAN
1 stop17h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Wed 20/115:15
CAN
-
MAN
1 stop22h 35m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 30/7£449
Mon 9/1110:05
MAN
-
CKG
1 stop22h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 19/1117:35
CKG
-
MAN
1 stop21h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 1/8£449
Wed 28/1010:05
MAN
-
PKX
1 stop16h 45m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 12/1121:25
PKX
-
MAN
1 stop17h 15m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 1/8£454
Mon 30/1110:05
MAN
-
CKG
1 stop22h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 3/1217:35
CKG
-
MAN
1 stop21h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 1/8£454
Thu 1/1012:15
MAN
-
SZX
1 stop16h 35m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 8/1007:10
SZX
-
MAN
1 stop30h 35m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 2/8£455
Wed 21/1011:10
MAN
-
PKX
1 stop16h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Tue 10/1121:25
PKX
-
MAN
1 stop17h 15m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 30/7£457
Fri 25/911:10
MAN
-
PKX
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1014:40
PKX
-
MAN
1 stop23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£457
Fri 25/912:15
MAN
-
PEK
Nonstop10h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 4/1002:55
PEK
-
MAN
Nonstop10h 50m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 30/7£457
Sat 26/911:10
MAN
-
PKX
1 stop19h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Sun 11/1011:40
PKX
-
MAN
1 stop26h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 1/8£460

Find flight deals from Manchester to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to China flight deals. Data was last updated 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£421

One-way from

£218

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£734

Good round-trip deal

£434 or less

Good one-way deal

£306 or less
Juneyao Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • 19/9-4/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • Manchester to China
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6/9
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • Manchester to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 2 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterShenzhen

MAN - SZX

MANSZX

Manchester

Sat 19/9

11:10-12:10

1 stop18h 00m

Shenzhen

Thu 1/10

18:40-06:50

1 stop19h 10m

£448

ManchesterChongqing

MAN - CKG

MANCKG

Manchester

Mon 30/11

10:05-16:30

1 stop22h 25m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Thu 3/12

17:35-06:40

1 stop21h 05m

£454

ManchesterQingdao

MAN - TAO

MANTAO

Manchester

Fri 4/12

10:05-20:35

1 stop26h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 8/12

11:35-06:40

1 stop27h 05m

£485

ManchesterGuangzhou

MAN - CAN

MANCAN

Manchester

Fri 30/10

10:05-20:10

1 stop26h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 15/11

18:55-06:40

1 stop19h 45m

£486

ManchesterQingdao

MAN - TAO

MANTAO

Manchester

Mon 21/9

11:10-21:10

1 stop27h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 11/10

18:05-06:50

1 stop19h 45m

£533

ManchesterGuangzhou

MAN - CAN

MANCAN

Manchester

Tue 18/8

12:15-12:50

1 stop17h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 19/8

18:50-06:45

1 stop18h 55m

£534

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sat 28/11

10:10-16:00

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

16:30-06:35

1 stop22h 05m

£543
Fastest return journey

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Sat 7/11

11:15-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/11

19:35-05:50

1 stop18h 15m

£557

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Tue 22/12

11:15-09:35

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/1

10:50-05:50

1 stop27h 00m

£562

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Tue 22/12

11:15-18:20

1 stop23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 21/1

19:30-05:50

1 stop18h 20m

£562

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Manchester with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to China

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to China (average of £532). Flying from Manchester to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £831). 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 MAN to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 2 August 2026.

When flying from Manchester to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Manchester to China delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Manchester and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manchester to China flights?

Over the past year, Hainan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to China?

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manchester to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 2 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hainan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Manchester 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

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
68 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,435 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

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
7.3
Good
230 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

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 Manchester to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to China?

    Manchester (MAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Manchester to China. It is only a 8.9 mi journey to Manchester (MAN) from Manchester’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to China?

    For as low as £534, Juneyao Airlines can have you in China from Manchester in 17h 35m. The distance between Manchester and China is about 5889 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 Manchester to China one-way?

    £210 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Juneyao Airlines and Gulf Air, with prices starting from £266 and £267, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Manchester to China are Manchester - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Manchester - Beijing Capital and Manchester - Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester 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 Manchester to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to China (average of £532). Flying from Manchester to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £831). 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 Manchester to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 2 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£252Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£371Average£602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Gulf AirCheapest£408Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£413Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£426Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest£465Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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KLMCheapest£470Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£484Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£532Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapest£540Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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