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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom 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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to China flight deals. Data was last updated 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£434

One-way from

£284

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£521

Good round-trip deal

£376 or less

Good one-way deal

£269 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/11-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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9/12
  • 9/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • United Kingdom 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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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 November 2025.

Tue 11/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Tue 18/1121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£434
Tue 25/1108:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Mon 1/1211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/11£434
Fri 28/1114:35LGW - PVG
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1218:05PVG - LGW
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£434
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Mon 24/1119:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 10/11£434
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Mon 24/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 10/11£434
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Thu 27/1121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£435
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Thu 27/1118:05PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£435
Sun 23/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 30mChina Southern
Wed 10/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£436
Sat 29/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Tue 9/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£437
Sun 23/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Wed 10/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£437
Mon 24/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 30/1120:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11£438
Fri 14/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Sat 22/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11£438

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 11 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to China that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 23/11

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 9/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£451

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Sat 10/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£451

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Tue 9/12

07:45-09:25

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£451

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 7/1

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 18/4

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/5

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:00-10:30

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

11:35-17:35

2 stops38h 00m

£466

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to China

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £204). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £425). 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 GB to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 11 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from United Kingdom to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to China. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to China flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 11 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from the United Kingdom 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
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.7

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
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.7

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
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.7

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
175 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.7

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
7.1
Good
122 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
53 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.7

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 United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China?

    Airlines like China Southern, Hainan Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines fly from United Kingdom to China in about 16h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 40m. There are 5720 mi between United Kingdom and China. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to China one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Hainan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £284. Users have also found prices from £285 and £286 on Tianjin Airlines and China Eastern, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £204). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £425). 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 United Kingdom to China

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EmiratesCheapest£4Average£956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£272Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£362Average£543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapest£364Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£364Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£375Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£385Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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FinnairCheapest£386Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£387Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest£395Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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