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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to China from £263

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — PVG
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to China

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from United Kingdom (GB0) to China (CN0). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£396

One-way from

£263
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/1-2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to China
18/1
  • 18/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to China

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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 19 December 2024.

Sun 29/1208:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Sun 2/211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 15mKLM
Deal found 17/12£456
Sun 29/1206:30LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/222:05PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£465
Sun 29/1211:35LGW - CAN
1 stop18h 45mAir China
Thu 16/114:50CAN - LGW
1 stop24h 05mAir China
Deal found 17/12£521
Sun 29/1206:10STN - SHA
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/120:50SHA - STN
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£584
Tue 31/1217:40LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mAir China
Tue 14/108:55SHA - LHR
1 stop15h 00mAir China
Deal found 18/12£585
Mon 30/1207:00LGW - CAN
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/121:15CAN - LGW
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£627
Sun 29/1219:35LHR - PVG
2 stops53h 50mAir France
Sun 2/211:25PVG - LHR
2 stops42h 00mAir France
Deal found 18/12£631
Tue 31/1217:40LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Tue 14/116:30PVG - LHR
1 stop31h 25mAir China
Deal found 18/12£635
Mon 30/1216:15LHR - CAN
1 stop61h 15mSAUDIA
Tue 14/115:25CAN - LHR
1 stop57h 45mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/12£709
Sun 29/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Sun 2/220:05SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£712
Mon 30/1209:30LHR - CAN
1 stop17h 45mGulf Air
Tue 14/119:00CAN - LHR
1 stop27h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 18/12£723
Fri 27/1221:50LHR - CAN
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/106:55CAN - LHR
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£744

Find flights from United Kingdom to China within your budget

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 19 December 2024.

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LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Fri 17/1

21:30-22:35

1 stop17h 05m

Shenzhen

Sun 2/3

15:30-17:55

1 stop34h 25m

£396

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Sat 18/1

21:00-09:55

1 stop28h 55m

Shenzhen

Sat 1/3

09:10-19:00

1 stop17h 50m

£397

LondonShenzhen

LHR - SZX

LHRSZX

London Heathrow

Fri 17/1

21:00-08:15

2 stops27h 15m

Shenzhen

Sun 23/2

23:05-17:55

2 stops26h 50m

£405

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Sun 19/1

17:40-17:25

1 stop15h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 27/1

21:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

£431

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Mon 24/3

11:40-14:50

1 stop19h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 3/5

20:55-06:55

1 stop17h 00m

£435

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Fri 31/1

10:30-18:55

1 stop24h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 7/2

12:50-06:30

1 stop25h 40m

£436

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Fri 3/1

21:50-00:15

1 stop18h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 28/2

09:55-19:40

1 stop17h 45m

£436

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 15/3

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/3

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 15/5

22:10-21:30

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/5

20:50-19:05

1 stop29h 15m

£449

LondonGuangzhou

LGW - CAN

LGWCAN

London Gatwick

Wed 15/1

10:30-18:55

1 stop24h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 21/1

20:10-06:30

1 stop18h 20m

£452

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to China

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Travel insights for flights from United Kingdom to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from United Kingdom to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £556). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 19 December 2024.

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.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to China

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from GB0 to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 - 210.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 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 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 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 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, SWISS and Air France 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.
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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 China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £267. Users have also found prices from £270 and £286 on Air China and China Southern, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to China?

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

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

    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to China (average of £556). Flying from United Kingdom to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£292Average£531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£370Average£563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£399Average£522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
LOTCheapest£403Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest£407Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£413Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£419Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
SAUDIACheapest£433Average£524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£446Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£469Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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