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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to China from £272

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 April 2026.

Mon 27/422:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 11/507:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/3£460
Wed 27/522:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 7/616:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop34h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/3£461
Wed 27/522:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop36h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 7/621:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/3£461
Mon 27/422:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 10/519:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/3£462
Thu 1/1011:10
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Wed 7/1018:20
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 27/3£462
Thu 1/1011:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Wed 7/1016:50
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop20h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 27/3£462
Sat 6/622:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 14/616:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop34h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 29/3£463
Sat 13/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop35h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 28/621:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 40m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 29/3£463
Sun 17/522:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/517:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£464
Wed 22/422:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/417:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£465
Mon 11/522:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/516:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop34h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 30/3£465
Fri 17/422:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 10/521:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/3£466

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£460

One-way from

£272

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£572

Good round-trip deal

£369 or less

Good one-way deal

£259 or less
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 27/4-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£60 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 1 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 7/6

22:05-14:25

1 stop33h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

19:50-19:50

1 stop31h 00m

£474

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Thu 7/5

14:40-20:05

2 stops22h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 13/5

20:05-14:15

1 stop25h 10m

£484

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 1/6

07:30-10:55

2 stops20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

12:10-14:55

2 stops33h 45m

£493

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Fri 24/4

11:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 8/5

14:30-15:00

1 stop31h 30m

£515

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Mon 28/9

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 11/10

19:45-06:40

1 stop17h 55m

£517

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Thu 30/4

18:00-23:50

1 stop22h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/5

11:30-06:40

1 stop26h 10m

£519

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 30/4

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 11/5

19:45-06:40

1 stop17h 55m

£521

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Sat 18/4

16:15-17:05

1 stop17h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 1/5

21:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

£528

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 14/5

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£547

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Sat 16/5

08:20-15:10

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 23/5

08:20-22:55

2 stops21h 35m

£548

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £192). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £423). 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 1 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from United Kingdom to China in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% 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 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to China flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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 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 97 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 8% 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 1 April 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
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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
63 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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
1,239 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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
145 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

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 Shenzhen Airlines, SAUDIA, and China Eastern fly from United Kingdom to China in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 55m. There are 5069 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 China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £207. Users have also found prices from £215 and £234 on Hainan Airlines and China Southern, 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 £192). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £423). 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£257Average£700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£308Average£509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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SAUDIACheapest£330Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£357Average£540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkmenistan AirlinesCheapest£385Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Gulf AirCheapest£394Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£395Average£447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£397Average£676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air ChinaCheapest£413Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£416Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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