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Cheap flights from China to London Heathrow Airport from £197

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Heathrow

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Cheapest flights from China to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Tue 3/1119:45
PKX
-
LHR
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/1208:50
LHR
-
PKX
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/7£502
Mon 14/1221:25
PKX
-
LHR
2 stops22h 50m
SAUDIA
Tue 15/1216:15
LHR
-
PKX
1 stop16h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/7£515
Tue 6/1020:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 20m
Finnair
Tue 13/1018:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Finnair
Deal found 4/7£522
Thu 9/722:05
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop28h 15m
China Southern
Thu 27/822:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 6/7£525
Thu 30/708:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Thu 13/821:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop18h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 5/7£525
Tue 21/722:15
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/922:00
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£529
Thu 15/1019:25
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/1020:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/7£530
Tue 3/1118:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/1108:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/7£531
Mon 2/1114:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/1108:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7£532
Wed 5/808:00
PEK
-
LHR
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/822:00
LHR
-
PEK
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£535
Fri 17/708:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Thu 27/821:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop14h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 4/7£535
Wed 22/707:25
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/921:30
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£536

Find flight deals from China to Heathrow

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Heathrow flight deals. Data was last updated 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£522

One-way from

£197

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£702

Good round-trip deal

£675 or less

Good one-way deal

£396 or less
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 6/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • China to London
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • China to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£96 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Heathrow 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 6 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/11

21:00-15:15

1 stop26h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 7/12

18:10-23:05

2 stops20h 55m

£539

BeijingLondon

PEK - LHR

PEKLHR

Beijing Capital

Fri 21/8

07:25-18:40

1 stop18h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 31/8

20:40-22:20

1 stop18h 40m

£554

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Tue 4/8

07:15-18:40

1 stop18h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/8

21:20-00:10

1 stop19h 50m

£558

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Sun 19/7

20:30-18:40

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 17/9

21:20-23:00

1 stop18h 40m

£573

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Mon 20/7

07:15-18:40

1 stop18h 25m

London Heathrow

Sat 19/9

21:20-23:00

1 stop18h 40m

£573

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Mon 20/7

21:30-18:40

1 stop28h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 22/9

21:20-11:30

1 stop31h 10m

£573

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

13:50-18:35

1 stop36h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/11

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£575

BeijingLondon

PEK - LHR

PEKLHR

Beijing Capital

Mon 13/7

10:55-19:25

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 22/7

15:20-15:55

1 stop17h 35m

£586

BeijingLondon

PEK - LHR

PEKLHR

Beijing Capital

Wed 19/8

07:25-07:05

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/8

22:15-22:20

1 stop17h 05m

£590

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

11:15-07:40

1 stop27h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/8

19:45-18:00

1 stop15h 15m

£591

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Best time to book a flight from China to Heathrow

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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to London Heathrow Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London Heathrow Airport (average of £224). Flying from China to London Heathrow Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of £600). 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 CN to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 July 2026.

When flying from China to London Heathrow Airport, 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 China to London delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between China and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to London 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?

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 China to London flights?

Over the past year, China Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 6 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Shenzhen Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern from China to London Heathrow Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Air China
7.3
Good
158 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Heathrow. 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 China to London Heathrow Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from China to London Heathrow Airport in 18h 15m. Fly via Emirates, China Eastern, or China Southern to get the fastest option. The distance from China to London Heathrow Airport is about 5062 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 China to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £201. Users have also found prices from £202 and £205 on Air China and Tianjin Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to London Heathrow Airport?

    The most popular route from China to London Heathrow Airport is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Heathrow. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - London Heathrow or Beijing Daxing Intl - London Heathrow.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Heathrow 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 China to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London Heathrow Airport (average of £224). Flying from China to London Heathrow Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of £600). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£549Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest£630Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£700Average£1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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