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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to China from £264

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China Southern Logo
22:10 - 22:20
LHR
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SHA
17h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
08:35 - 18:05
SHA
-
LHR
16h 30m1 stop
£423China Southern
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 4 May
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 16:15
LHR
-
PVG
15h 00m1 stop
China Southern Logo
18:05 - 14:00
PVG
-
LHR
27h 55m1 stop
£423China Southern
Sun, 11 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 22:55
LHR
-
SHA
41h 55m2 stops
Hainan Airlines Logo
09:00 - 16:20
SHA
-
LHR
39h 20m1 stop
£424Hainan Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 10:30
LHR
-
PVG
30h 45m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:35 - 17:55
PVG
-
LHR
38h 20m2 stops
£424Hainan Airlines
Wed, 18 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:50 - 21:00
LHR
-
CAN
19h 10m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
05:00 - 17:20
CAN
-
LHR
20h 20m1 stop
£424Cathay Pacific
Mon, 12 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:05 - 21:00
LHR
-
CAN
14h 55m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:15 - 20:10
CAN
-
LHR
17h 55m1 stop
£425Cathay Pacific
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 10:25
LGW
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PEK
15h 55m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
19:30 - 14:00
PEK
-
LGW
26h 30m1 stop
£445China Eastern
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 23:50
LGW
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PEK
29h 20m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:30 - 14:00
PEK
-
LGW
31h 30m1 stop
£450China Eastern
Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Air China Logo
11:05 - 06:25
LGW
-
PVG
11h 20mdirect
Air China Logo
16:55 - 06:45
PVG
-
LGW
20h 50m1 stop
£455Air China
Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
Air China Logo
11:05 - 06:25
LGW
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PVG
11h 20mdirect
Air China Logo
02:25 - 06:55
PVG
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LGW
12h 30mdirect
£456Air China
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

China Southern flights from United Kingdom to China

Our best China Southern deals on United Kingdom to China flight tickets
China Southern
20 Apr
LHR22:10London Heathrow
17h 10m
1 stop
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
4 May
SHA08:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 30m
1 stop
LHR18:05London Heathrow
£423
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China Southern
20 Apr
LGW12:00London Gatwick
29h 20m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
4 May
PVG22:05Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 25m
1 stop
LGW18:30London Gatwick
£425
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China Southern
22 Jan
LHR22:00London Heathrow
27h 15m
1 stop
SHA09:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26 Jan
SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
LHR18:35London Heathrow
£427
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Hainan Airlines flights from United Kingdom to China

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on United Kingdom to China flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
30 Jan
LHR21:00London Heathrow
41h 55m
2 stops
SHA22:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3 Feb
SHA09:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
LHR16:20London Heathrow
£424
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Hainan Airlines
15 Apr
LHR22:00London Heathrow
17h 55m
1 stop
SHA22:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22 Apr
SHA08:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
LHR19:30London Heathrow
£426
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Hainan Airlines
14 Jan
LHR19:45London Heathrow
16h 00m
1 stop
CAN19:45Guangzhou Baiyun
22 Jan
CAN23:00Guangzhou Baiyun
26h 35m
2 stops
LHR17:35London Heathrow
£429
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 30 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 20/4

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/5

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£423

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

17:15-16:15

1 stop15h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/2

18:05-14:00

1 stop27h 55m

£423

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

21:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/2

09:00-16:20

1 stop39h 20m

£424

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

19:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/3

11:35-17:55

2 stops38h 20m

£424

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

17:50-21:00

1 stop19h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 24/1

05:00-17:20

1 stop20h 20m

£424

LondonGuangzhou

LHR - CAN

LHRCAN

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

22:05-21:00

1 stop14h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 20/1

10:15-20:10

1 stop17h 55m

£424

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

10:30-10:25

1 stop15h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sun 22/2

19:30-14:00

1 stop26h 30m

£445

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:30-23:50

1 stop29h 20m

Beijing Capital

Tue 20/1

14:30-14:00

1 stop31h 30m

£450

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

11:05-06:25

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

16:55-06:45

1 stop20h 50m

£455

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

11:05-06:25

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/3

02:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

£456

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

The cheapest month to fly to China from United Kingdom is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £478, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to China in January, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to China during May average around £484.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £582. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from United Kingdom because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £688.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to China flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to China in the afternoon for as low as £523. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £627. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to China flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around £598 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from United Kingdom for as low as £533 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to China 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 United Kingdom to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to China flight.

Cheap United Kingdom to China flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£247

Fastest flight time

9h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in China

237 airports
The best one-way flight to China from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £247. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £364.
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to China takes 9h 45m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to China every day.
There are 237 airports in China. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK), Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to China?

    Prices for flights from United Kingdom to China are updated daily.

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

    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 United Kingdom to China.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China 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 China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to China

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EmiratesPriceFrom £4Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,448 reviews
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7.6
1,111 reviews
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SAUDIAPriceFrom £338Free CancellationRating
7.3
653 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £349Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,435 reviews
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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom £351Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £365Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,515 reviews
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Juneyao AirlinesPriceFrom £376Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Tianjin AirlinesPriceFrom £377Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £388Free CancellationRating
7.2
185 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom £399Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,343 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from United Kingdom to China?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to China from United Kingdom.

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

All flight searches from United Kingdom to China on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from United Kingdom to China?

momondo helps you find the best flight between United Kingdom and China by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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