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Cheap flights from London to Shenzhen from £217

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SZX
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shenzhen are usually found in January or November, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from London to Shenzhen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Shenzhen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 March 2026.

Thu 30/412:35
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop15h 50m
Air China
Wed 13/521:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop16h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/3£409
Mon 6/412:35
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop16h 20m
Air China
Wed 13/520:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 35m
Air China
Deal found 1/3£410
Wed 11/321:30
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop33h 55m
China Southern
Wed 18/316:30
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop33h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 3/3£412
Wed 29/421:00
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop15h 20m
China Southern
Wed 13/508:00
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop15h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 2/3£414
Mon 27/411:15
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop19h 45m
Air China
Tue 12/520:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/3£416
Fri 1/518:00
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop16h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 10/519:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/3£417
Wed 8/422:00
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/422:25
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£420
Sun 12/422:00
LHR
-
SZX
3 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/416:55
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£420
Sat 7/320:20
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop17h 00m
China Southern
Fri 13/322:30
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop26h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 1/3£422
Wed 29/412:35
LGW
-
SZX
1 stop15h 50m
Air China
Thu 14/520:00
SZX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 35m
Air China
Deal found 4/3£423
Sat 9/521:30
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/507:35
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3£423
Mon 6/421:00
LHR
-
SZX
1 stop16h 25m
China Southern
Wed 13/508:00
SZX
-
LHR
1 stop15h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 5/3£423

Find flight deals from London to Shenzhen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Shenzhen (SZX). 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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£409

One-way from

£217

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£512

Good round-trip deal

£429 or less

Good one-way deal

£304 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 30/4-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • London to Shenzhen
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 05m total
  • London to Shenzhen
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Shenzhen 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 6 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Shenzhen that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Sat 2/5

11:35-11:45

1 stop17h 10m

Shenzhen

Mon 11/5

17:30-06:40

1 stop20h 10m

£424

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

11:35-00:10

1 stop29h 35m

Shenzhen

Wed 20/5

19:00-15:00

1 stop27h 00m

£484

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Sat 25/4

06:15-11:45

2 stops22h 30m

Shenzhen

Sun 3/5

13:00-18:40

1 stop36h 40m

£517

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:00-00:25

1 stop19h 25m

Shenzhen

Fri 27/3

07:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

£521

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:00-00:25

1 stop19h 25m

Shenzhen

Tue 24/3

07:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

£521

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

10:30-11:40

1 stop17h 10m

Shenzhen

Tue 17/3

13:05-06:30

1 stop25h 25m

£533

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

17:00-17:50

1 stop16h 50m

Shenzhen

Sun 29/3

19:00-15:10

1 stop27h 10m

£536

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Sat 4/4

11:35-11:45

1 stop17h 10m

Shenzhen

Mon 5/10

19:00-06:40

1 stop18h 40m

£566
Fastest return journey

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Fri 3/4

18:40-17:30

1 stop15h 50m

Shenzhen

Wed 7/10

19:00-06:40

1 stop18h 40m

£566

LondonShenzhen

LGW - SZX

LGWSZX

London Gatwick

Sat 4/4

11:35-11:45

1 stop17h 10m

Shenzhen

Fri 9/10

19:00-06:40

1 stop18h 40m

£566

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Best time to book a flight from London to Shenzhen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Shenzhen. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Shenzhen, you should look to book at least 30 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 month to book a flight from London to Shenzhen?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shenzhen (average of £373). Flying from London to Shenzhen in July is currently the most expensive (average of £516). 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 LON to SZX?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Shenzhen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Shenzhen as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Shenzhen?

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

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

Beijing (PKX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of one-stop itineraries from London to Shenzhen on Cheapflights.

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

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

Zhengzhou (CGO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £389.

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

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

Flights via Beijing (PKX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 21m.

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

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

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 38m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shenzhen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shenzhen. 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 Shenzhen. Reviews last updated 6 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Shenzhen, such as Emirates, Shenzhen Airlines, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Air China
7.2
Good
140 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Shenzhen. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Shenzhen (SZX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London to Shenzhen. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shenzhen from London; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from London per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Shenzhen airport from London. It is only a 16.6 mi journey from Shenzhen (SZX) to Shenzhen’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from London to Shenzhen?

    There are many flights that can get you from London to Shenzhen in 17h 10m. Fly via China Eastern or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from London to Shenzhen is about 5959 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Shenzhen round-trip?

    According to our current data, Hainan Airlines (£154), China Southern (£400), and China Eastern (£405) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Shenzhen. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Tianjin Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £249. Air China flights start at £272 while deals on China Southern start at £284 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from London to Shenzhen are London Heathrow - Shenzhen, London Gatwick - Shenzhen and London Stansted - Shenzhen.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Shenzhen?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £279. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Shenzhen) can be booked for £402 on average, our data indicates £637 when flying from London to Shenzhen.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shenzhen (average of £373). Flying from London to Shenzhen in July is currently the most expensive (average of £516). 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 London to Shenzhen

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from London to Shenzhen. 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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£154Average£451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest£400Average£470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest£405Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£409Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£486Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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EmiratesCheapest£577Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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