How often are flights from Shenzhen to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Shenzhen and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 202 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shenzhen to London flights?

According to our data, Shenzhen Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Shenzhen to London on average per week?

As of February 2026, 10 flights take off from Shenzhen and land in London each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shenzhen to London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Shenzhen to London on average per day?

As of February 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Shenzhen to London. The most common time of day flights depart is 13:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shenzhen to London?

China Eastern, Tianjin Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shenzhen to London

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shenzhen Airport to London?

Prices for flights from Shenzhen Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shenzhen Airport to London?

The number of operators available for flights from Shenzhen Airport to London is 1 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shenzhen Airport to London?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shenzhen Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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15 May

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7 Apr

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £606. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Shenzhen to London for around £745.

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How have Shenzhen to London flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Shenzhen to London flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The best one-way flight to London from Shenzhen in the past 72 hours is £334. The best return flight deal from Shenzhen to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £581.

The fastest flight from Shenzhen to London takes 13h 25m

Direct flights go from Shenzhen to London on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Shenzhen Airlines..

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Shenzhen and London are 5958.9 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 13h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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The number of operators available for flights from Shenzhen Airport to London is 1 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shenzhen Airport to London?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shenzhen Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Shenzhen to London is Airbus A330 (90.48% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (9.52%).
What is the most popular airline from Shenzhen to London?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Shenzhen and London, the leading airline is Shenzhen Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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Shenzhen Airlines flies from Shenzhen to London around 5 times per week, with 25 momondo users rating the airline 7.8/10. The cheapest Shenzhen Airlines deal from Shenzhen to London in the last 72 hours was £498 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £608 for Shenzhen Airlines flights on this route.

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