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Cheap flights from Shenzhen to London from £168

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SZX — LON
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shenzhen to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shenzhen (SZX) to London (LON). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£459

One-way from

£168

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£526
28/2-7/3
  • 28/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • Shenzhen to London
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25/3
  • 25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • Shenzhen to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£131 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Shenzhen to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shenzhen to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Sat 28/220:20
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/321:00
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£459
Sun 1/306:50
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/321:50
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£462
Fri 27/206:50
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/321:50
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£466
Fri 27/312:35
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Sat 11/421:30
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop18h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1£469
Fri 27/306:50
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/422:40
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£491
Sat 28/219:20
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/320:20
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£506
Fri 27/219:20
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Fri 6/310:30
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop17h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/1£539
Fri 27/313:05
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/417:00
LGW
-
SZX
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£551
Fri 27/213:05
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/314:35
LGW
-
SZX
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£562
Thu 16/419:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop27h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 20/418:05
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop23h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/1£571
Thu 26/200:45
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop25h 40m
Emirates
Fri 6/313:35
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop24h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/1£583
Sat 14/208:55
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/211:05
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£585

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ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Sun 1/3

06:50-19:40

1 stop20h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

21:50-11:00

1 stop29h 10m

£462

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Fri 27/2

06:50-19:40

1 stop20h 50m

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

21:50-11:00

1 stop29h 10m

£466

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Fri 27/3

12:35-17:20

1 stop36h 45m

London Gatwick

Sat 11/4

21:30-23:00

1 stop18h 30m

£469

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Fri 27/3

06:50-19:40

1 stop20h 50m

London Heathrow

Sat 11/4

22:40-22:15

1 stop16h 35m

£491

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Sat 28/2

19:20-14:00

1 stop26h 40m

London Gatwick

Sat 7/3

20:20-09:35

1 stop29h 15m

£506

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LHR

SZXLHR

Shenzhen

Sat 28/2

13:40-19:40

3 stops38h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

21:00-20:00

1 stop15h 00m

£516

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Fri 27/2

19:20-14:00

1 stop26h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

10:30-11:40

1 stop17h 10m

£539

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Fri 27/3

13:05-06:30

1 stop25h 25m

London Gatwick

Sat 11/4

17:00-15:25

2 stops39h 25m

£551

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Fri 27/2

13:05-06:30

1 stop25h 25m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

14:35-00:25

2 stops25h 50m

£562

ShenzhenLondon

SZX - LGW

SZXLGW

Shenzhen

Thu 16/4

19:00-15:10

1 stop27h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

18:05-00:10

1 stop23h 05m

£571

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Best time to book a flight from Shenzhen to London

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shenzhen to London (average of £474). Flying from Shenzhen to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £699). 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 SZX to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Shenzhen 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 15 January 2026.

When flying from Shenzhen to London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Shenzhen to London?

Share of one-stop return flights from Shenzhen to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PEK) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of one-stop itineraries from Shenzhen to London on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Shenzhen to London?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Shenzhen to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PKX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £519.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Shenzhen to London?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Shenzhen to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Shenzhen to London?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Shenzhen to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PEK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 58m.

How often are flights from Shenzhen to London delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Shenzhen and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 189 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shenzhen to London flights?

Over the past year, Shenzhen Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% 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 15 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shenzhen to London, such as Shenzhen Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.6
Good
23 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

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
7.6
Good
23 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.6
Good
23 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Shenzhen to London?

    Shenzhen (SZX), located 16.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Shenzhen to London. 1 airline have flights from Shenzhen to London on a regular basis. Booking flights from Shenzhen to London should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to London per day.

  • How long is the flight from Shenzhen to London?

    China Southern and China Eastern can get you from Shenzhen to London in just under 26h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 05m. Shenzhen and London are separated by a distance of 5959 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shenzhen to London round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shenzhen to London round-trip from £499. This flight start at 18% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Most travelers choose Shenzhen - London Heathrow, Shenzhen - London Gatwick or Shenzhen - London City when deciding on the best route from Shenzhen to London.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen to London?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shenzhen to London (average of £474). Flying from Shenzhen to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £699). 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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