P31,259 Cheap Flights from London (LOND) to China (CN) in 2026

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Cheapest flight ticket found	P18,029
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	11 hrs, 8 mins
Places to go	262
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	241

Cheapest time to fly from London to China

Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to China from London? We can help you pick the cheapest month to fly.

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London to China flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to China? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P28,147. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Hong Kong.P18,029 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,029, select.

Yining.P18,485 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Yining.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,485, select.

Urumqi.P19,478 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,478, select.

Macau.P19,940 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Macau.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,940, select.

Xi An.P20,344 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Xi An Xianyang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P20,344, select.

Shanghai.P21,339 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,339, select.

Shenzhen.P21,403 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Shenzhen Bao'an International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,403, select.

Chengdu.P21,615 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,615, select.

Beijing.P21,770 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Luton on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,770, select.

Guangzhou.P22,123 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Luton on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,123, select.

Qingdao.P22,145 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,145, select.

Changsha.P22,233 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Luton on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Changsha.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,233, select.

Guiyang.P22,274 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Guiyang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,274, select.

Hangzhou.P22,281 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Hangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,281, select.

Xiamen.P22,376 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,376, select.

Shantou.P22,415 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Jieyang Chaoshan.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,415, select.

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Alternative London to China routes

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Flights from London to China FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to China from London?

The cheapest flight from London to China costs P31,259.

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When is it the cheapest time to fly from London to China?

The cheapest month to fly from London to China is September. See if any of these flights in September suit you.

What is the cheapest London to China flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from London to China is London to Hefei. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from P31,259.

Take a look at London to Hefei flights.

How long is the flight from London to China?

The average flight time from London to China is 10 hours and 5 minutes.

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

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to China from London is Xiamen Airlines.

Explore Xiamen Airlines flight ticket options today.

If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Tianjin Airlines.

Cheapest flights to China from London

How to find cheap flights from London to China

The cheapest return flight from London to China is currently P31,259.
That fare will take you from London to Hefei in Hefei.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is P18,485.
Want to let the lowest fares decide your next stop? Select 'China' in the 'To' field to discover the cheapest deals by city.
There's no shortage of ways to arrive in China, with roughly 75 airports to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
Book early. You'll have more times, routes and airlines to pick from. Wait too long and you could be left with fewer options and higher costs.
Know as soon as fares change. Download the Skyscanner app, create a Price Alert, and we'll keep you updated when prices go up or down.

Best time to fly from London to China

If you're looking to save, September is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from London to China.
Midweek travel can often be a smart move. Prices are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
April, July and August are the busiest months to travel to China. July tops the list, making it the perfect time to visit if you like things on the livelier side.
February, March and December are the quietest months. March sees the lowest overall travel demand and is a good option if you want to keep things more low-key.

Flights from London to China: what to expect

You can choose from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN) when planning your flight out of London.
Around ten airports throughout China can be reached on a nonstop flight from London.
Roughly 132 direct flights link London with destinations around China every week.
These are the leading airlines flying this route:
The most popular routes from London to China include Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing.
Xi An is the quickest destination to reach at around 10 hours, while Hong Kong has the longest flight time at roughly 12 hours 40 minutes.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 11 hours 10 minutes.

Popular places to visit in China

Shanghai

Shanghai is a leading destination for London to China flights. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-sees for first-time visitors.
You can travel to Shanghai through Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
When you're ready to find somewhere to lay your head, explore the lineup of hotels in Shanghai.

Beijing

The biggest draws in Beijing include The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
You can arrive through Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
With your airfare locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Beijing.

Chengdu

Major attractions to experience while you're in this part of Sichuan include Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum.
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are your options when booking flights.
Whether you're on a tight budget or ready to splurge, hotels in Chengdu offer options for every kind of trip.

Visiting China for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so always check ahead. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
The Chinese yuan (CNY) is the main currency. You'll want to have more than one way to pay, as credit and debit cards have limited acceptance beyond larger businesses.
Beijing is the capital of China, which has a population of roughly 1.4 billion.
Travelling through this destination can have you moving between time zones. Depending on where you are, standard local time ranges from UTC+6 to UTC+8.
For a warmer trip to China, consider going in July.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer cooler conditions.
Rain is more frequent in August, while March is generally drier.
Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival are some of the headline events here. Consider booking your London to China flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

Booked that cheap flight from London to China? Now work out where you'll stay and how you'll get around. Explore the range of hotels in China and filter your search by review score, star rating and more. You can also browse car rental options in China and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.