When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 60 days in advance, which can save you up to 43% on flights from Manchester to China compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 60 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £504. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £622.
Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to China. Flights to China from Manchester in November are about £463 on average during November, but can be found for as low as £312.
At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Manchester and China for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.
Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travellers flying from Manchester to China are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, socially-distanced seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.
Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines, and KLM are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Yes, there are multiple flights from Manchester to China for under £439. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just £416, but on average you can expect to pay £584.
There are no direct flights from Manchester to China, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.
The most popular airlines flying from Manchester to China are Air France, Finnair and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
Most travellers choose Manchester - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Manchester - Beijing Daxing Intl or Manchester - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Manchester to China.
While on average a flight from Manchester to China is generally £1,192, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £256. When looking at the most popular route, (Manchester - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay £416 for that flight.
Airlines like British Airways, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines fly from Manchester to China in about 15h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 45m. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to China, with prices starting at £416. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £484 and £506, respectively.
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £444. XiamenAir flights start at £652 while deals on Lufthansa start at £878 one-way.
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Manchester to China choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
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£372 | £449 | No cancel fee | 67% |
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£418 | £578 | No cancel fee | 79% |
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£458 | £642 | No cancel fee | 70% |
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£505 | £677 | No cancel fee | 78% |
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£522 | £682 | No cancel fee | 77% |
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£385 | £697 | No cancel fee | 49% |
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£458 | £706 | No cancel fee | 76% |
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£497 | £708 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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£442 | £710 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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£551 | £721 | No cancel fee | 76% |
We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by Oman Air. Please check directly on their website for additional information. |
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