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Cheap flights from China to London from £161

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LON
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 November 2025.

Mon 15/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Wed 31/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£439
Fri 28/1122:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1214:35LGW - PVG
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£446
Sun 14/1208:50PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/221:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£461
Mon 15/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Wed 31/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£465
Sun 23/1121:35PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 20mHainan Airlines
Sun 30/1121:15LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 18/11£466
Sat 22/1118:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1212:15LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11£467
Tue 25/1109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Thu 4/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£467
Wed 19/1122:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Tue 25/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11£470
Thu 18/1219:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 05mChina Southern
Thu 22/121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£470
Thu 20/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Thu 27/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11£471
Thu 25/1212:25SHA - LHR
1 stop37h 30mChina Southern
Mon 29/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£471
Thu 25/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Mon 29/1221:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£471

Cheap flight deals from China to London

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to London flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£403

One-way from

£161

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Good round-trip deal

£660 or less

Good one-way deal

£229 or less
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 17/4-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • China to London
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 55m total
  • China to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£35 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 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 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to London that are best for you.

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China

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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

09:00-16:20

1 stop39h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

19:45-22:55

1 stop19h 10m

£450

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 25/12

21:50-18:35

1 stop28h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 29/12

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

£471

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

09:00-16:20

1 stop39h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£475

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 13/1

08:55-11:25

3 stops34h 30m

London Stansted

Tue 20/1

08:10-22:15

2 stops30h 05m

£480

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

11:30-11:25

3 stops31h 55m

London Stansted

Mon 26/1

06:10-13:55

2 stops23h 45m

£483

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/2

08:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 12/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£497

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/2

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

£498

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/1

01:35-22:15

2 stops28h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 21/1

21:05-00:25

3 stops43h 20m

£500

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/12

17:05-20:10

2 stops35h 05m

London Luton

Tue 16/12

20:50-15:15

2 stops34h 25m

£503

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

09:00-16:20

1 stop39h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

21:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

£513

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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
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £210). Flying from China to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £630). 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 21 November 2025.

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 38% versus a flight in the morning.

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 5 May 2025.

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

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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.

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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 21 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines, 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.5
Good
21 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Air China
7.2
Good
126 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,533 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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 15h 05m. 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?

    £182 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 Hainan Airlines and Air China, with prices starting from £185 and £194, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to London (average of £210). Flying from China to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £630). 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 5 airlines flying from China to London

Discover the top 5 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£402Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£500Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£515Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest£623Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£631Average£715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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