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Cheap flights from China to London Heathrow Airport from £167

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
14 Sep — 21 Sep1
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 15 August 2026.

Thu 26/1121:00 -
1 stop31h 40m
Sun 29/1118:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 12/8£405
Tue 6/1018:10 -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 16/1012:35 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 11/8£422
Fri 4/1208:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Sat 2/121:30 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 13/8£425
Mon 2/1121:00 -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 25/1118:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 11/8£432
Mon 23/1121:00 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sun 29/1118:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 12/8£438
Fri 4/1206:55 -
1 stop19h 40m
Sat 2/121:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 13/8£440
Sun 4/1020:50 -
1 stop27h 15m
Mon 19/1010:20 -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 14/8£464
Mon 23/1121:00 -
1 stop31h 40m
Wed 2/1218:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 13/8£504
Tue 6/1020:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Tue 13/1010:20 -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 13/8£507
Tue 6/1020:50 -
1 stop27h 15m
Tue 20/1016:10 -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 11/8£508
Sun 4/1021:45 -
1 stop29h 05m
Mon 19/1022:05 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 10/8£509
Sun 4/1020:50 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 19/1022:05 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 10/8£516

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£405

One-way from

£167

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£578

Good round-trip deal

£667 or less

Good one-way deal

£228 or less
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  • Finnair
  • 26/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • China to London
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21/10
  • 21/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 05m total
  • China to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£96 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 August 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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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiLondon

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - LHR London Heathrow

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

21:00-09:10

1 stop20h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/11

16:15-23:55

2 stops23h 40m

£518

BeijingLondon

PEK Beijing Capital - LHR London Heathrow

PEKLHR

Beijing Capital

Mon 19/10

07:25-07:05

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

19:00-22:30

1 stop19h 30m

£539

ShanghaiLondon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - LHR London Heathrow

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/11

17:40-19:10

1 stop33h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

£544

ShanghaiLondon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - LHR London Heathrow

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

£544

ShanghaiLondon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - LHR London Heathrow

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

£544

ShanghaiLondon

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - LHR London Heathrow

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

18:15-12:05

1 stop25h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

20:55-09:15

1 stop28h 20m

£546

ShanghaiLondon

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - LHR London Heathrow

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

18:15-14:30

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 26/11

08:50-09:15

1 stop16h 25m

£546

ShanghaiLondon

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - LHR London Heathrow

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/11

18:15-06:40

1 stop20h 25m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/11

08:50-09:15

1 stop16h 25m

£562

BeijingLondon

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - LHR London Heathrow

PKXLHR

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 27/10

19:45-12:05

1 stop24h 20m

London Heathrow

Sat 31/10

20:55-08:45

1 stop27h 50m

£566

ChengduLondon

CTU Chengdu - LHR London Heathrow

CTULHR

Chengdu

Mon 23/11

08:30-18:35

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 29/11

22:00-23:20

1 stop17h 20m

£570

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London Heathrow Airport (average of £500). Flying from China to London Heathrow Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £917). 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 15 August 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 16% of weekly flights between China and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 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 15 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Shenzhen Airlines,China Southern, andAir China 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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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.4
Good
175 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.4
Good
160 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
232 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 25h 50m. Fly via Emirates, Shenzhen Airlines, or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from China to London Heathrow Airport is about 5738 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 Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £189. Users have also found prices from £198 and £202 on China Southern 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London Heathrow Airport (average of £500). Flying from China to London Heathrow Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £917). 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 3 airlines flying from China to Heathrow

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from China to Heathrow. 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 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£542Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest£622Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£692Average£1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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