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Cheap flights from China to London from £179

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 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LON
7 Apr — 14 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to London

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Cheapest flights from China to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 March 2026.

Tue 9/620:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Tue 16/618:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Finnair
Deal found 7/3£379
Fri 15/520:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 20m
Finnair
Tue 8/907:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 5/3£388
Fri 15/520:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 20m
Finnair
Tue 15/910:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Finnair
Deal found 4/3£394
Tue 22/906:00
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops32h 25m
AirAsia X
Wed 30/910:25
LGW
-
PVG
2 stops30h 55m
AirAsia X
Deal found 6/3£400
Fri 24/421:35
PKX
-
LHR
2 stops77h 55m
SAUDIA
Tue 28/410:00
LHR
-
PKX
1 stop23h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/3£400
Tue 2/620:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Finnair
Tue 9/607:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 3/3£401
Tue 16/620:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Thu 10/907:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 4/3£403
Sun 14/620:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Tue 15/918:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Finnair
Deal found 5/3£406
Tue 16/620:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Sat 5/910:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Finnair
Deal found 4/3£411
Fri 17/706:00
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops32h 25m
AirAsia X
Wed 16/910:25
LGW
-
PVG
2 stops35h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 4/3£411
Tue 20/1006:00
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops32h 25m
AirAsia X
Tue 27/1009:25
LGW
-
PVG
2 stops30h 55m
AirAsia X
Deal found 3/3£412
Wed 8/420:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 15m
Finnair
Thu 16/418:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Finnair
Deal found 4/3£413

Find flight deals from China to London

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to London flight deals. Data was last updated 8 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£379

One-way from

£179

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£1,426

Good round-trip deal

£272 or less

Good one-way deal

£301 or less
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 9/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • China to London
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21/3
  • 21/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • China to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£122 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease (£52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to London (LON).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from China to London 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 8 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to London that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 31/3

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 24/4

22:05-10:30

1 stop29h 25m

£495

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/6

21:10-19:50

1 stop29h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 21/6

22:05-17:20

1 stop36h 15m

£496

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 31/3

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 15/4

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

£496

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/6

16:35-19:50

1 stop34h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 21/6

22:05-15:20

1 stop34h 15m

£496

BeijingLondon

PEK - LGW

PEKLGW

Beijing Capital

Fri 3/4

07:25-19:45

1 stop19h 20m

London Gatwick

Wed 22/4

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£505

BeijingLondon

PEK - LGW

PEKLGW

Beijing Capital

Tue 31/3

07:25-07:20

1 stop30h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 19/4

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£505

BeijingLondon

PEK - LGW

PEKLGW

Beijing Capital

Mon 23/3

06:50-18:25

1 stop19h 35m

London Gatwick

Tue 7/4

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£505

BeijingLondon

PEK - LGW

PEKLGW

Beijing Capital

Tue 19/5

07:25-19:45

1 stop19h 20m

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

14:35-22:20

1 stop24h 45m

£506
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/6

11:00-18:45

Nonstop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

12:05-07:55

Nonstop12h 50m

£526

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/4

08:35-09:50

3 stops32h 15m

London Stansted

Fri 10/4

22:00-22:20

3 stops41h 20m

£535

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Best time to book a flight from China to London

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to London from China with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £412). Flying from China to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of £556). 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 LON?

Find hourly flight availability from China to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 March 2026.

When flying from China to London, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from China to London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to London. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

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

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 167 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday 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 Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 8 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, andAir China from China to London. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
142 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
141 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,779 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

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 London. 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?

    Departing from China to London will take you 14h 45m. China and London are separated by a distance of 5738 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    £177 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Tianjin Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and China Southern, with prices starting from £181 and £211, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from China to London are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Heathrow, Shanghai Pu Dong - London Heathrow and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Gatwick.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to London 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £412). Flying from China to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of £556). 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 6 airlines flying from China to London

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from China to London. 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 8 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£474Average£658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£487Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£500Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£502Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest£504Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£524Average£683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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