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Cheap flights from London to China from £262

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — PVG
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from London to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to China flight deals. Data was last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£422

One-way from

£262

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£655

Good round-trip deal

£389 or less

Good one-way deal

£241 or less
3/5-10/5
  • 3/5-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • London to China
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 10m total
  • London to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£98 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to China.

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Cheapest flights from London to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Sat 3/522:00LHR - PEK
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/522:15PEK - LHR
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£422
Wed 23/417:50LHR - PKX
3 stops41h 10mSAUDIA
Wed 7/523:45PKX - LHR
2 stops27h 45mSAUDIA
Deal found 11/4£423
Wed 1/1022:00LHR - PEK
1 stop19h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1011:55PEK - LHR
1 stop38h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/4£426
Fri 9/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Mon 26/508:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4£442
Sat 26/421:20LHR - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/523:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£442
Thu 15/506:00STN - PVG
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/508:55PVG - STN
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£442
Tue 27/522:10LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 10mChina Southern
Mon 2/619:35PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4£443
Mon 19/519:15LGW - PVG
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/508:55PVG - LGW
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£444
Thu 8/511:25LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mAir China
Sat 10/501:25PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 30mAir China
Deal found 11/4£446
Fri 16/518:50STN - SHA
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/510:50SHA - STN
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£447
Tue 29/411:45LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mKLM
Wed 14/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop33h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/4£451
Mon 26/519:15LGW - SHA
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/618:50SHA - LGW
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£452

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to China 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 12 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to China that are best for you.

Fly from

London

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Sat 3/5

22:00-00:05

1 stop19h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sat 10/5

22:15-20:00

1 stop28h 45m

£422

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Wed 23/4

17:50-18:00

3 stops41h 10m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 7/5

23:45-20:30

2 stops27h 45m

£423

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Wed 1/10

22:00-00:40

1 stop19h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sun 19/10

11:55-19:30

1 stop38h 35m

£426

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/5

08:50-19:00

1 stop17h 10m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

21:20-15:40

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/5

23:05-19:30

1 stop27h 25m

£442

LondonShanghai

STN - PVG

STNPVG

London Stansted

Thu 15/5

06:00-05:35

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/5

08:55-23:55

2 stops22h 00m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

22:10-00:20

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

19:35-18:05

1 stop29h 30m

£443

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

11:25-05:45

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

01:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

£446

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 29/4

11:45-09:25

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/5

11:15-13:50

1 stop33h 35m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/5

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£454

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Best time to book a flight from London to China

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to China (average of £558). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from London to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from London to China

Explore weekly flight availability from London to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

The most flights from LON to CN0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA and China Airlines from London to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very Good

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to China one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to China are China Southern (£262), Hainan Airlines (£279), and Air China (£280).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to China?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London to China are Air France (100%), China Eastern (91%) and China Southern (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to China?

    While on average a flight from London to China is generally £2,422, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £266. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay £24 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to China (average of £558). Flying from London to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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 10 airlines flying from London to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to China. 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 12 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£351Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£363Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£371Average£460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£378Average£416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£389Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£393Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SAUDIACheapest£400Average£500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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FinnairCheapest£420Average£567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£443Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£447Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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