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Cheap flights from China to London from £193

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LON
7 Aug — 14 Aug1
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 July 2026.

Thu 15/1019:25
PVG
-
LTN
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/1020:25
LTN
-
PVG
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7£487
Fri 31/706:55
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop19h 45m
China Southern
Sun 16/822:10
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 3/7£487
Thu 23/721:45
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop28h 55m
China Southern
Wed 5/817:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop18h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 7/7£493
Thu 23/722:05
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop28h 35m
China Southern
Wed 5/811:00
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 7/7£493
Sun 26/722:05
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop28h 35m
China Southern
Mon 10/811:40
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop25h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 5/7£496
Thu 9/721:45
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop28h 55m
China Southern
Thu 27/811:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 6/7£496
Thu 9/722:05
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop28h 35m
China Southern
Thu 27/811:10
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop26h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 6/7£496
Sun 26/708:50
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
China Southern
Mon 10/811:40
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop22h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 5/7£498
Fri 31/706:55
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop19h 45m
China Southern
Fri 14/811:00
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop26h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 6/7£498
Tue 11/821:45
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop23h 45m
China Southern
Tue 18/817:40
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 7/7£502
Fri 17/708:50
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
China Southern
Sat 15/811:00
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop18h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 4/7£502
Fri 17/722:05
PVG
-
LGW
1 stop24h 20m
China Southern
Sat 15/821:30
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 4/7£502

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£487

One-way from

£193

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£701

Good round-trip deal

£674 or less

Good one-way deal

£396 or less
15/10-26/10
  • 15/10-26/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 35m total
  • China to London
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • China to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 July 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 - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/7

20:00-14:30

1 stop25h 30m

London Gatwick

Mon 10/8

11:40-10:20

1 stop15h 40m

£496

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 31/7

13:50-15:25

1 stop32h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 7/8

11:00-12:20

1 stop18h 20m

£505

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 15/8

20:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

London Gatwick

Sat 22/8

18:10-17:25

1 stop16h 15m

£511

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/10

19:25-14:35

2 stops26h 10m

London Luton

Mon 26/10

20:25-12:50

2 stops32h 25m

£528

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 29/7

16:50-06:30

1 stop20h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 5/8

11:00-11:20

1 stop17h 20m

£529

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

07:20-18:45

1 stop18h 25m

London Stansted

Mon 21/9

21:05-22:20

1 stop18h 15m

£573

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 17/9

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Tue 29/9

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£579

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

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/8

11:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/8

15:20-18:00

1 stop19h 40m

£594

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/8

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Tue 11/8

20:20-18:55

1 stop15h 35m

£604

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Best time to book a flight from China to London

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £178). Flying from China to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of £472). 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 July 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

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 198 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday 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 Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from China to London?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from China to London, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 4 July 2026.

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

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 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Shenzhen Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern 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
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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
158 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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
228 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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
8,104 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.9
Good
26 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

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 25h 30m. China and London are separated by a distance of 5726 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    £200 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Tianjin Airlines, with prices starting from £202 and £204, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £178). Flying from China to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of £472). 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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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£548Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest£699Average£1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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