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Cheapest return flight
£500
Typical prices: £449-£654
China Eastern
Thu 18/1Wed 31/1
LGW - SZX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£255
Typical prices: £299-£442
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/11
LGW - SZX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Shenzhen. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg £556 (return)
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Shortest trip • 17h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Shenzhen (LGW-SZX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Shenzhen

Mon, 18 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 17:50LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
23h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
07:30 - 14:00SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
38h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£500China Eastern
Wed, 25 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
18h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 07:10SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
27h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£500Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Air China Logo
19:10 - 13:55LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
34h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
10:00 - 07:10SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
29h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£502Air China
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
17h 30m1 stop Zhengzhou
China Southern Logo
17:45 - 17:20SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
31h 35m1 stop Zhengzhou
£503China Southern
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 11:40LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
17h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
19:10 - 14:00SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
26h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£503China Eastern
Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 01:15LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
30h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
19:10 - 06:30SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
19h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£504China Eastern
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 11:40LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
17h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
19:10 - 14:00SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
26h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£504China Eastern
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
China Southern Logo
20:20 - 21:20LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
17h 00m1 stop Zhengzhou
China Southern Logo
08:55 - 17:20SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
16h 25m1 stop Zhengzhou
£504China Southern
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
Air China Logo
19:10 - 13:55LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
34h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
18:35 - 07:10SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
20h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£507Air China
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
Air China Logo
10:40 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-SZX Shenzhen
27h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Air China Logo
11:15 - 07:10SZX  Shenzhen-LGW London Gatwick
27h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£507Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen start at £500. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £449 to £654. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £500 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen at £407 return.
•July (£680) and August (£649) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£255
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen

When to book flights from Gatwick to Shenzhen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Shenzhen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen takes 0h 00m, covering 5,959 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen range from £449 to £654, with an average of £536 over the past 12 months. Anything below £449 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of £536. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £313, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Shenzhen (SZX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Zhengzhou (CGO) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    On the London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £488 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £619 – a £131 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 19m, compared to 18h 02m via Zhengzhou (CGO) and 18h 29m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Shenzhen?

    Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shenzhen?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shenzhen are Window of the World and Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. These are among the most viewed places in Shenzhen on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £488 – about £131 less than Friday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen trip for January. Fares historically average £407 return in that month – typically £273 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shenzhen Airport.
    - Hyatt Place Shenzhen Airport

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