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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to China from £271

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — PVG
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to China flight deals. Data was last updated 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£417

One-way from

£271

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£528

Good round-trip deal

£361 or less

Good one-way deal

£249 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 2/6-12/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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23/4
  • 23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£107 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Mon 2/622:00LHR - PEK
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Thu 12/619:00PEK - LHR
2 stops31h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 27/3£417
Fri 20/622:10LHR - PKX
2 stops35h 40mSAUDIA
Sun 29/623:45PKX - LHR
2 stops27h 45mSAUDIA
Deal found 28/3£420
Fri 9/522:00LHR - PEK
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/506:40PEK - LHR
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£422
Sun 11/522:05LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 23/521:15PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/3£439
Sat 26/422:05LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/507:10PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£440
Thu 29/506:50LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 1/620:15PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 27/3£441
Sat 26/422:05LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 11/516:40SHA - LHR
1 stop34h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/3£442
Tue 13/521:00LHR - PVG
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Tue 27/521:00PVG - LHR
1 stop26h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 27/3£444
Mon 2/621:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Thu 19/608:35SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 27/3£445
Thu 29/509:55LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Mon 2/611:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 26/3£448
Fri 16/507:15STN - PVG
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/506:40PVG - STN
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£452
Mon 2/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 12/609:40PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/3£455

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 28 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to China that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Mon 2/6

22:00-00:05

1 stop19h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 12/6

17:00-19:30

1 stop33h 30m

£417

LondonBeijing

LHR - PKX

LHRPKX

London Heathrow

Fri 20/6

22:10-16:50

2 stops35h 40m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 29/6

23:45-20:30

2 stops27h 45m

£420

LondonBeijing

LHR - PEK

LHRPEK

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

22:00-20:55

1 stop15h 55m

Beijing Capital

Fri 16/5

06:40-20:00

1 stop20h 20m

£422

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

22:05-10:20

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/5

21:15-19:50

1 stop29h 35m

£439

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

22:05-10:20

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/5

07:10-20:00

1 stop19h 50m

£440

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

06:50-05:00

1 stop15h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/6

20:15-19:30

2 stops30h 15m

£441

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

22:05-14:25

1 stop33h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/5

16:40-19:50

1 stop34h 10m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 13/5

21:00-01:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/5

21:00-16:15

1 stop26h 15m

£444

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/6

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/6

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£445

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

09:55-09:25

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

11:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

£448

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to China

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £558). Flying from United Kingdom 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 GB to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 28 March 2025.

When flying from United Kingdom 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.

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 28 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, ANA and Hainan Airlines from United Kingdom to China by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Hainan Airlines
8.0
Very Good
34 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,169 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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 United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for SAUDIA. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £277. Users have also found prices from £279 and £286 on China Southern and Tianjin Airlines, respectively.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £558). Flying from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 28 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£4Average£977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£363Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£365Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£371Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£381Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£393Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£393Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£399Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£429Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapest£433Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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