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Best China Flight Deals from London

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop£400
Beijing
Beijing1 stop£397
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stop£394
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop£435
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop£399
Chengdu
Chengdu1 stop£405
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop£456
Shenyang
Shenyang2 stops£442
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop£400
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop£401
Hangzhou
Hangzhou2 stops£441
Nanning
Nanning1 stop£494
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop£464
Wuhan
Wuhan1 stop£397
Kunming
Kunming1 stop£400
Dalian
Dalian1 stop£447
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop£515
Changsha
Changshadirect£427
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop£469

Cheap Flight Deals from London to China (LON-CN0)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from London to China

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from London to China.
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10:00 - 13:30LHR-CAN
20h 30m1 stop
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22:30 - 16:00CAN-LHR
24h 30m2 stops
£394SAUDIA
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Mon, 12 May - Wed, 21 May
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10:00 - 13:30LHR-CAN
20h 30m1 stop
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22:30 - 16:00CAN-LHR
24h 30m2 stops
£396SAUDIA
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Mon, 12 May - Wed, 21 May
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22:00 - 16:40LHR-PEK
35h 40m1 stop
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21:00 - 19:30PEK-LHR
29h 30m1 stop
£398Hainan Airlines
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Wed, 7 May - Tue, 13 May
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22:00 - 23:10LHR-SZX
18h 10m1 stop
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08:50 - 19:30SZX-LHR
17h 40m1 stop
£399Hainan Airlines
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Wed, 4 Jun - Wed, 18 Jun
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 10:25LGW-PVG
29h 55m1 stop
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22:05 - 18:30PVG-LGW
27h 25m1 stop
£419China Southern
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Sat, 24 May - Mon, 9 Jun
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 10:25LGW-PVG
29h 55m1 stop
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18:55 - 18:30PVG-LGW
30h 35m1 stop
£423China Southern
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Sat, 17 May - Fri, 30 May
Air China Logo
11:15 - 05:45LGW-PVG
11h 30mdirect
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01:25 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 30mdirect
£461Air China
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Fri, 9 May - Thu, 22 May
China Eastern Logo
21:20 - 00:10LHR-SZX
19h 50m1 stop
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07:15 - 18:40SZX-LHR
18h 25m1 stop
£469China Eastern
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Thu, 29 May - Wed, 4 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:35 - 05:55LGW-PVG
11h 20mdirect
China Eastern Logo
09:50 - 15:00PVG-LGW
12h 10mdirect
£479China Eastern
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Wed, 4 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
Air China Logo
11:15 - 05:45LGW-PVG
11h 30mdirect
Air China Logo
01:25 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 30mdirect
£482Air China
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Wed, 7 May - Tue, 13 May

KAYAK's insights & trends for London to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest London to China flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from London to China.
The cheapest ticket to China from London found in the last 72 hours was to Shenzhen, at £376 return. The most popular route is from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £381.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from London to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost £689 on average. Morning departures are around 9% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £1,103.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to China?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £2,071 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from London to China is March, when tickets cost £463 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of return tickets is £801 and £776 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to China?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For London to China, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from China back to London, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Friday being the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from London to China, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to China

Low season

February

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£237
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (36% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport

FAQs - booking China flights

  • Which is the closest major airport to Xinjiang Province?

    Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Tibet is geographically closer to Xinjiang Province but there are cheaper flights from London to China arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Air China and China Southern have connecting flights from there to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) in Xinjiang arriving in less than four hours.

  • Is there public transport from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to downtown Shanghai?

    Metro Line 2 runs from International Terminals 1 and 2 at Shanghai Pudong International to People’s Square in downtown Shanghai. Airport Lines 5 and 7 are bus routes to Shanghai Railway Station and Shanghai South Railway Station, respectively. Alternatively, there is Maglev transport from both international terminals to Longyang Road Station for metro lines to the city centre.

  • Where can I pick up some local Yuan at Beijing Capital International Airport?

    If your flight from London to China arrives at Beijing Capital International Airport’s Terminal 2, Hang Seng Bank and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China provide currency exchange counters on the First Floor, International Arrivals Luggage Hall. At Terminal 3, ICE has an office located near the East Exit, International Luggage Claim Hall and Travelex has one close to the West Exit at the same location. Cashpoints are additional options for small sums of money.

  • Which is the best airport to visit Qin Shi Huang’s Mausoleum?

    The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is world famous for its Terracotta Army which guards the emperor’s tomb. China Eastern has departures from London Heathrow to Xi’an where this UNESCO World Heritage Site is located, so book your flight from London to China now and visit the army up close and personal.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from London to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from London to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from London to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to China

  • Before booking your flight from London to China you should know that Beijing and Shanghai both have multiple airports. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 20 miles (32 km) north of downtown Beijing while Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKK) in the south is about 29 miles (49 km) from the city centre. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is located about 19 miles (30 km) from downtown Shanghai, but Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) lies just 8 miles (13 km) from the city centre.
  • LOT Polish Airlines and British Airways offer one-stop flights to Beijing Capital International from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), but you can get cheaper flights from London to China making two stops along this route. For example, XiamenAir has cheaper fares with connections via Amsterdam and Xiamen while Brussels Airlines provides inexpensive flights with stopovers at Brussels and Xi’an.
  • China Eastern has one-stop flights from London to China leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). Wuhan Province is centrally located and a perfect launchpad with access in all directions, including major cities such as Zhengzhou to the north and Changsha to the south.
  • It’s a long flight from London to China so why not relax at one of the airport lounges at London Heathrow before your departure? Terminal 5 showcases Club Aspire Lounge and Plaza Premium Lounge which also has a location at Terminal 2 and you’ll find No 1 Lounge at Terminal 2. For a soothing massage you can try Be Relax Spa at Terminal 5.
  • For Passengers with Reduced Mobility, London City Airport (LCY) offers a range of services for your comfort and convenience. Mobility equipment like electric and standard wheelchairs is available plus there are several toilets around the terminal with easy access. If you require mobility aids, it’s recommended to book them in advance of your trip.
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Top 4 airlines serving from London to China

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Hainan AirlinesOverall score based on 37 reviews
8.5Food
8.5Boarding
7.7Entertainment
8.1Comfort
8.9Crew
Airline reviews

Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

4.0 OkayAlois, Oct 2024SZX - VIE
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Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

Such amazing service! Wonderful flight attendants who actually care about the passengers and go out of their way to make our journey easier!!

They asked how much cash i have . I said no cash they said bring cash from atm . Why they even care about my cash.

Flight was scheduled to depart at 1210 hrs. It was delayed 1 hour 20 minutes (maybe for air traffic control reasons). The seats were worn out and very uncomfortable. Lunch was typical for airline. Flight free were friendly.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced.

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We bought premium Economy, thinking it would be more comfortable, but the seat is so narrow ,that my legs and feet are swollen , I can't wear shoes !

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