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Cheapest return flight
£484
Typical prices: £494-£722
China Southern
Sun 28/10Fri 9/11
LHR - SZX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£500
Typical prices: £539-£798
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 3/10Wed 24/10
LHR - SZX • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Shenzhen Airlines. Average duration is 12h 09m
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Top routes
Cheapest • 13% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £454 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Shenzhen (LON-SZX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Shenzhen

Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 18:10LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
16h 55m1 stop Wuhan
China Southern Logo
14:30 - 18:35SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
36h 05m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
£484China Southern
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 16:25LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
34h 55m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
China Southern Logo
19:30 - 18:35SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
31h 05m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
£484China Southern
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 22:00STN  London Stansted-SZX Shenzhen
17h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
00:45 - 12:05SZX  Shenzhen-STN London Stansted
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
£484Emirates
Fri, 13 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 22:00STN  London Stansted-SZX Shenzhen
17h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
00:45 - 12:05SZX  Shenzhen-STN London Stansted
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
£484Emirates
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Air China Logo
20:25 - 22:50LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
18h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
08:25 - 17:50SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
17h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
£484Air China
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Air China Logo
17:45 - 20:35LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
18h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
07:50 - 17:50SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
18h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
£486Air China
Wed, 13 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
20h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
23:00 - 18:15SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
27h 15m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl
£490Hainan Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
20h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
23:00 - 18:15SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
27h 15m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl
£496Hainan Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:05 - 17:10LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
12h 05mdirect
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
13:55 - 19:50SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
12h 55mdirect
£500Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, 18 Mar - Fri, 7 May
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:30 - 18:40LHR  London Heathrow-SZX Shenzhen
12h 10mdirect
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
13:35 - 20:00SZX  Shenzhen-LHR London Heathrow
13h 25mdirect
£503Shenzhen Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for London to Shenzhen flights

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

How much is a return flight from London to Shenzhen?

Return flights from London to Shenzhen start at £484. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £494 to £722. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £484 on China Southern.

What is the cheapest London to Shenzhen flight route?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shenzhen (SZX) is the cheapest London to Shenzhen route, averaging £532 return. Other London to Shenzhen routes average £634, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Shenzhen and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from London to Shenzhen at £506 return.
•July (£794) and August (£742) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London to Shenzhen the cheapest?

Flights from London to Shenzhen are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London to Shenzhen flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£254
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flights from London Stansted Airport to Shenzhen

When to book flights from London to Shenzhen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London 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 to Shenzhen flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London to Shenzhen?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Shenzhen:

    • Earliest: departs at 21:10 and lands at 09:19
    • Latest: departs at 22:30 and lands at 10:39.

    The flight takes about 12h 09m.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London to Shenzhen?

    A direct flight from London to Shenzhen takes 12h 09m, covering 5,945 miles.

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

    Return flights from London to Shenzhen range from £494 to £722, with an average of £588 over the past 12 months. Anything below £494 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of £588. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London to Shenzhen?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £454 return via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared with £632 for direct.

  • How are flight departures from London to Shenzhen spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on London to Shenzhen flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from London to Shenzhen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £308, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from London to Shenzhen may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Shenzhen (SZX).

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

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

    • Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the London to Shenzhen route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £563 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £636, a difference of £73. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from London to Shenzhen?

    Only Shenzhen Airlines operates flights between London and Shenzhen.

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

    Flying via Wuhan (WUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 10m, compared to 16h 38m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) and 17h 18m via Beijing Capital (PEK).

  • What is the time difference between London and Shenzhen?

    Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of London (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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Shenzhen flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Shenzhen Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking London 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £563 – about £73 less than Friday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Shenzhen trip for November. Fares historically average £506 return in that month – typically £287 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £454 return on this route – about £178 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from London to Shenzhen?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Shenzhen Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Saturday

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Direct returns

Shenzhen to London

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Tuesday

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