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Cheap flights from China to the United Kingdom from £170

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06:45 - 20:05PVG-STN
20h 20m2 stops
Logo
07:55 - 15:55STN-PVG
25h 00m2 stops
£474
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sam., 13 sept. - sam., 20 sept.
Gulf Air Logo
16:30 - 06:35PVG-LHR
22h 05m1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
21:50 - 12:25LHR-PVG
30h 35m1 stop
£476Gulf Air
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lun., 1 déc. - lun., 8 déc.
China Southern Logo
06:55 - 18:15PVG-LHR
19h 20m1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 00:25LHR-PVG
18h 25m1 stop
£528China Southern
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lun., 29 déc. - lun., 5 janv.
China Southern Logo
08:50 - 18:15SHA-LHR
17h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 22:15LHR-SHA
16h 15m1 stop
£528China Southern
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lun., 10 nov. - jeu., 20 nov.
Hainan Airlines Logo
23:05 - 19:30PVG-LHR
27h 25m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:10LHR-PVG
38h 10m1 stop
£579Hainan Airlines
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dim., 7 sept. - mer., 15 oct.
Air China Logo
02:15 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 40mdirect
Air China Logo
11:40 - 06:45LGW-PVG
11h 05mdirect
£591Air China
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mar., 30 déc. - mer., 7 janv.
Air China Logo
02:15 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 40mdirect
Air China Logo
11:40 - 06:45LGW-PVG
11h 05mdirect
£592Air China
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lun., 27 oct. - mar., 4 nov.
China Eastern Logo
09:15 - 14:00PVG-LGW
12h 45mdirect
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 06:05LGW-PVG
11h 35mdirect
£607China Eastern
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lun., 10 nov. - jeu., 20 nov.
China Eastern Logo
09:15 - 14:00PVG-LGW
12h 45mdirect
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 06:05LGW-PVG
11h 35mdirect
£608China Eastern
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lun., 10 nov. - jeu., 20 nov.
Hainan Airlines Logo
08:30 - 19:30SHA-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
22:00 - 23:05LHR-SHA
18h 05m1 stop
£615Hainan Airlines
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mer., 20 août - mer., 27 août

Etihad Airways flights from China to United Kingdom

Our best Etihad Airways deals on China to United Kingdom flight tickets
Etihad Airways
16 Oct
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 35m
1 stop
LHR07:00London Heathrow
29 Oct
LHR20:55London Heathrow
31h 55m
1 stop
PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong
£489
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Etihad Airways
23 Aug
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 20m
1 stop
LHR12:45London Heathrow
5 Sept
LHR14:45London Heathrow
38h 55m
1 stop
PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong
£533
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Etihad Airways
3 Sept
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 20m
1 stop
LHR12:45London Heathrow
26 Sept
LHR09:30London Heathrow
20h 10m
1 stop
PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong
£533
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China Southern flights from China to United Kingdom

Our best China Southern deals on China to United Kingdom flight tickets
China Southern
10 Nov
SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
LHR18:15London Heathrow
20 Nov
LHR22:00London Heathrow
16h 15m
1 stop
SHA22:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£528
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China Southern
27 Nov
PVG08:10Shanghai Pu Dong
17h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:55London Heathrow
4 Dec
LHR21:30London Heathrow
17h 20m
1 stop
PVG22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
£530
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China Southern
10 Nov
SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
LHR18:15London Heathrow
20 Nov
LHR22:00London Heathrow
28h 10m
1 stop
SHA10:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£540
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to United Kingdom 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 1 août 2025.
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Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

sam. 13/9

06:45-20:05

2 stops20h 20m

London Stansted

sam. 20/9

07:55-15:55

2 stops25h 00m

£474

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 1/12

16:30-06:35

1 stop22h 05m

London Heathrow

lun. 8/12

21:50-12:25

1 stop30h 35m

£476

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 29/12

06:55-18:15

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

lun. 5/1

22:00-00:25

1 stop18h 25m

£528

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 10/11

08:50-18:15

1 stop17h 25m

London Heathrow

jeu. 20/11

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£528

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

dim. 7/9

23:05-19:30

1 stop27h 25m

London Heathrow

mer. 15/10

22:00-19:10

1 stop38h 10m

£579

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 30/12

02:15-06:55

Nonstop12h 40m

London Gatwick

mer. 7/1

11:40-06:45

Nonstop11h 05m

£591

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 27/10

02:15-06:55

Nonstop12h 40m

London Gatwick

mar. 4/11

11:40-06:45

Nonstop11h 05m

£592

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/11

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

London Gatwick

jeu. 20/11

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£607

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/11

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

London Gatwick

jeu. 20/11

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£608

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mer. 20/8

08:30-19:30

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

mer. 27/8

22:00-23:05

1 stop18h 05m

£615

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from China to United Kingdom

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from China is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around £517, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit United Kingdom during the month of December, then departing from China during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £582.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest day to depart from China to United Kingdom is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for United Kingdom on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £548. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from China to United Kingdom for around £725.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest time of day to fly to United Kingdom is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as £565. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £642. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest China to United Kingdom flight route?

Fly from Chongqing Jiangbei Intl to London Heathrow for the best China - United Kingdom flight prices

What cabin class options are available on China to United Kingdom flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on China to United Kingdom flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on China to United Kingdom flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a China to United Kingdom flight.

Cheap China to United Kingdom flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£170

Fastest flight time

12h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in United Kingdom

4 airports
The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from China in the past 72 hours is £170. The best return flight deal from China to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £474.
The fastest flight from China to United Kingdom takes 12h 10m
Direct flights go from China to United Kingdom every day.
There are 4 airports near United Kingdom: London City (LCY), London Heathrow (LHR), London Stansted (STN), London Gatwick (LGW)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to United Kingdom?

    Prices for flights from China to United Kingdom are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to United Kingdom?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from China to United Kingdom?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to United Kingdom.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

    The required travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United Kingdom. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from China to United Kingdom?

Best airlines flying from China to United Kingdom

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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FinnairPriceFrom £319Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,316 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £384Free CancellationRating
8.2
43 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £450Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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Juneyao AirlinesPriceFrom £453Free CancellationRating
8.0
3 reviews
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Tianjin AirlinesPriceFrom £494Free CancellationRating
10.0
2 reviews
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Shenzhen AirlinesPriceFrom £507Free CancellationRating
6.8
15 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £535Free CancellationRating
7.6
949 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom £610Free CancellationRating
7.3
93 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom £615Free CancellationRating
7.6
104 reviews
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We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from China to United Kingdom for you.

Can I find flights from China to United Kingdom with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from China to United Kingdom with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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