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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to China from £307

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.
LHR — SHA
1 Aug — 8 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to China

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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 2 July 2026.

Mon 6/711:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Mon 27/720:55
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
Deal found 29/6£564
Wed 19/822:00
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop19h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Wed 9/909:10
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop17h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 29/6£564
Fri 6/1110:35
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop16h 40m
Gulf Air
Sat 14/1119:00
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop19h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/6£565
Tue 30/611:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop17h 40m
Air China
Mon 20/713:40
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop23h 55m
Air China
Deal found 29/6£566
Mon 7/910:00
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop20h 30m
SAUDIA
Mon 21/922:30
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop69h 10m
SAUDIA
Deal found 1/7£566
Mon 6/711:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Wed 29/719:40
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop17h 55m
Air China
Deal found 28/6£566
Tue 29/909:30
LHR
-
CAN
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/308:00
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£566
Fri 3/711:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop25h 25m
Air China
Thu 16/707:05
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop18h 25m
Air China
Deal found 28/6£567
Tue 13/1014:40
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop65h 45m
SAUDIA
Tue 20/1015:25
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop23h 05m
SAUDIA
Deal found 29/6£567
Fri 4/910:00
LHR
-
CAN
1 stop20h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 12/1219:00
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop19h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/6£568
Tue 30/611:15
LGW
-
CAN
1 stop17h 40m
Air China
Fri 10/720:55
CAN
-
LGW
1 stop17h 05m
Air China
Deal found 28/6£569
Thu 5/1109:00
LHR
-
CAN
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1118:30
CAN
-
LHR
1 stop33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6£569

Find 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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£564

One-way from

£307

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£840

Good round-trip deal

£468 or less

Good one-way deal

£304 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 19/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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6/9
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

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Cheapest return flight

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Sun 27/9

14:40-15:25

1 stop17h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 24/3

22:30-20:20

1 stop29h 50m

£578

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Wed 2/9

10:40-12:00

1 stop18h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 22/9

19:20-06:55

1 stop18h 35m

£581

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 26/10

09:00-20:00

2 stops27h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/11

18:30-19:40

1 stop33h 10m

£588

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

20:50-18:10

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 14/10

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£597
Fastest return journey

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 15/11

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/12

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£598

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 18/11

11:35-09:55

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 22/11

13:30-05:40

1 stop24h 10m

£599

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

22:00-00:10

1 stop19h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 22/9

07:30-19:10

1 stop18h 40m

£601

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Mon 7/9

11:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 22/9

09:00-19:10

1 stop17h 10m

£601

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

22:00-23:30

1 stop18h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 21/9

07:30-19:10

1 stop18h 40m

£601

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Fri 18/9

11:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sat 3/10

19:30-15:00

1 stop26h 30m

£602

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from United Kingdom with our price prediction graph.
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £527). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £850). 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 2 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from United Kingdom to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to China delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China?

The price you pay for your flight from United Kingdom to China may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern 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
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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
155 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.3
Good
157 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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 SAUDIA, Gulf Air, and Air China fly from United Kingdom to China in about 14h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h. There are 5726 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 £214. Users have also found prices from £233 and £234 on China Southern and Turkmenistan Airlines, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £527). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £850). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£256Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£300Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£359Average£540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£393Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£395Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest£408Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£411Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£415Average£555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£421Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£425Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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