£218 Find Cheap Flights from Manchester to China – Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Manchester to China departing on 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 26% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Manchester to China

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop£546
Beijing
Beijing1 stop£462
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stop£537
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop£648
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop£477
Chengdu
Chengdu1 stop£527
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop£480
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop£701
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop£497
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop£500
Shenyang
Shenyang2 stops£716
Kunming
Kunming2 stops£711
Xiamen
Xiamen2 stops£769
Wuhan
Wuhan2 stops£759
Sanya
Sanya2 stops£869
Haikou
Haikou2 stops£763
Changsha
Changsha1 stop£702
Dalian
Dalian1 stop£639
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop£847
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop£546
Beijing
Beijing1 stop£462
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stop£537
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop£648
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop£477
Chengdu
Chengdu1 stop£527
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop£480
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop£701
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop£497
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop£500
Shenyang
Shenyang2 stops£716
Kunming
Kunming2 stops£711
Xiamen
Xiamen2 stops£769
Wuhan
Wuhan2 stops£759
Sanya
Sanya2 stops£869
Haikou
Haikou2 stops£763
Changsha
Changsha1 stop£702
Dalian
Dalian1 stop£639
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop£847

Book Cheap Manchester to China Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Manchester to China

Mon, 7 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 05:40
MAN
-
PEK
26h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 22:50
PEK
-
MAN
34h 20m
2 stops
£462Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 05:40
MAN
-
PEK
26h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 23:45
PEK
-
MAN
35h 15m
2 stops
£465Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 05:15
MAN
-
PEK
10h 00mdirect
Hainan Airlines Logo
02:40 - 05:50
PEK
-
MAN
11h 10mdirect
£467Hainan Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 05:15
MAN
-
PEK
10h 00mdirect
Hainan Airlines Logo
02:40 - 05:50
PEK
-
MAN
11h 10mdirect
£468Hainan Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
Juneyao Airlines Logo
11:10 - 10:35
MAN
-
PKX
16h 25m
1 stop
Juneyao Airlines Logo
21:25 - 06:40
PKX
-
MAN
17h 15m
1 stop
£477Juneyao Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Juneyao Airlines Logo
10:05 - 10:30
MAN
-
CKG
16h 25m
1 stop
Juneyao Airlines Logo
17:35 - 06:40
CKG
-
MAN
21h 05m
1 stop
£481Juneyao Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
10:15 - 11:55
MAN
-
PVG
17h 40m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
16:30 - 06:35
PVG
-
MAN
22h 05m
1 stop
£546Gulf Air
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
10:15 - 16:00
MAN
-
PVG
21h 45m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
16:30 - 06:35
PVG
-
MAN
22h 05m
1 stop
£547Gulf Air
Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 28 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 19:25
MAN
-
FOC
25h 15m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:30 - 08:15
FOC
-
MAN
27h 45m
1 stop
£700Cathay Pacific
Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 13:30
MAN
-
TAO
19h 20m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:45 - 08:15
TAO
-
MAN
24h 30m
1 stop
£743Cathay Pacific
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Manchester to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Manchester to China flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to China from Manchester found in the last 5 days was to Shanghai, at £385 return. The most popular route is from Manchester (MAN) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was £427.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Manchester to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost £668 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £668.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Manchester to China?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £661, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to China is November, when tickets cost £539 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of return tickets is £841 and £760 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Manchester to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to China

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£218
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to Beijing Capital Airport

FAQs - booking China flights

  • What facilities does Manchester Airport offer when travelling with kids?

    There is a fast check-in lane for families travelling with kids, and many restaurants that offer child-friendly meals and baby chairs once you are through security. You'll find comfortable and private baby changing facilities at the entrance of each terminal, and a child entertainment centre on the ground floor.

  • Are there direct flights from Manchester to China?

    Due to the distance covered on this route, you'll find only flights that include one of two stops. Two-stop tickets are cheaper and mainly fly to Pudong International Airport. The travel time is much longer and can take upwards of 23 hours.

  • What should I know about one stops flights to China from Manchester?

    One-stop flights on this route are slightly more expensive but better for travellers on a restricted schedule. The average travel time for one-stop flights is 13 hours. Most of the one-stop flights are offered by China Eastern and KLM, and you'll change planes at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

  • What is there to do at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?

    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is where you'll most frequently change planes for this trip. Pass your layover time by visiting Holland Boulevard where you'll find the world-famous Rijksmuseum and a library. You could also take the 1-hour bus tour called Schiphol Behind the Scenes, where you'll tour airport hangers and the on-site fire station.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Manchester to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Manchester to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Manchester to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to China

  • Looking for cheap flights from Manchester to China means you'll always be leaving from Manchester International Airport and have the choice of two arrivals locations in China. Pudong International Airport and Hongqiao International Airport are the two Shanghai-based airports receiving flights from Manchester.
  • If you are a private person and have anxiety around the crowds at major airports like (MAN) phone ahead and make arrangements to leave from PremAir. The private terminal is no longer only open to private jet passengers but has been made accessible for travellers who find large crowds intimidating. The terminal has a lounge, chill zone and private dining facility.
  • You'll find that flights to Pudong International Airport are cheaper than flying to Hongqiao International Airport. Because the airport is a major transportation hub in China, it can offer more frequent flights at lower costs. You'll also find the ground public transport system is accessible and reliable. There are highly eco-friendly ways to get from the airport o your next destination like the magnetic levitation coach that leaves from terminal 2.
  • Hongqiao International Airport mainly serves domestic and regional flights around China but does do a few international trips, like this cheap flight from Manchester to Chines. All the flights to this airport are two-stop flights. There are no direct flights to Hongqiao International Airport.
  • Once you arrive at Hongqiao International Airport, if you are travelling with kids, visit the children's paradise before leaving and let them interact if virtual reality programs that develop their motor skills. They will also be allowed to stretch their legs in the jungle gyms and create some art at the craft table.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Manchester to China

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Manchester to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Hainan AirlinesOverall score based on 68 reviews
8.2Comfort
7.7Entertainment
8.5Boarding
8.9Crew
8.3Food
Airline reviews

Best domestic flight I’ve been on for a very long time. Way better than any of the Australian carriers for domestic flights!!

10.0 ExcellentAmy, Jul 2026
CAN - PEK
Read more Hainan Airlines reviews

Best domestic flight I’ve been on for a very long time. Way better than any of the Australian carriers for domestic flights!!

The seats and service exceeded expectation for the price I paid for.

My first time flying Hainan Airlines. Boarding process was easy and quick. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food was a simple, hot meal which we don’t see much any more on short flights in the US. Only water, coffee or tea to drink but it was only a two hour flight. Overall pleasing experience.

The absolute worst experience I’ve ever had flying. I am a regular flyer and was transferring from Seoul to Beijing to the USA. I was told the companies were partnered so no need to pick up my baggage, I got through eventually after a terribly confusing airport and unhelpful staff, had issues with the check in counter where they didn’t understand my baggage tag from the previous airline and that my bag needed transferring (which as a company partnership they should have communication like this) and then I got through extremely stressful security with multiple stops and the plane was poor quality (same exact quality as my 1.5 hour flight there) for a 16 hour flight with poor food quality, slow trash service, and less than 15 movies total for flight options I was absolutely over it. My only good thing was I was lucky enough to be sitting by myself in a row

Great although I believe they are able to redistuibute the passangers in a more comfortable way if the flight is not full dor such long flights. Unless the seats are paid for, of coruse.

Good flight, on time. The aircraft was old and the seats lost their shapes. Food was just acceptable.

Two hours delayed departure ! Lost one of our luggage! Two days later found the luggage, again waiting for more than two hours to get the lost luggage because locked at other airline office.

Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

Such amazing service! Wonderful flight attendants who actually care about the passengers and go out of their way to make our journey easier!!

Flight was scheduled to depart at 1210 hrs. It was delayed 1 hour 20 minutes (maybe for air traffic control reasons). The seats were worn out and very uncomfortable. Lunch was typical for airline. Flight free were friendly.

Everything was good; they still provided a sandwich snack. Good crew

The legroom in economy on an A321 is wholly inadequate for a 6’3” man. Deeply dissatisfied.

Good good, good seat, good entertainment system. Customer service is good but can be more polished if CX charges a premium price.

I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

As a solo traveller, I always prefer to have an aisle seat, but the flight was so full, there weren’t any available. I understand that the seatbelt sign sometimes has to go on if turbulence is anticipated but after the second food service, it was on continuously for about an hour and a half and there didn’t seem to be any turbulence at all! With seats reclined, my fellow passenger in the aisle seat asleep and the seatbelt sign on I felt very trapped, extremely uncomfortable and in desperate need of the bathroom. The positives were that the staff were very friendly, the entertainment was great and we actually took off on time and arrived in HKG earlier than expected.

The employees are very nice and good. The delay due to the aircraft is not a good thing. Planning for such problems should be an easy task.

Very poor check-in experience, and flight meal service was very disappointing with no drinks service or hot meal.

Very comfortable flights. Not so many new releases in terms of films.

The crew were fine. I didn’t enjoy the food at all. I found it unappetising and really had trouble eating it. The comfort level was fine and our return flight is with Cathay Pacific but honestly I probably wouldn’t fly Cathay Pacific again.

Everything went smooth. All flights were on time No changing gates, . No changing flights . It was like a completely different airlines tha n the last time I used Cathay Pacific . The last flight, 2 months ago, I had before this one was from Philippines also . I got changed in Manila and was told it only added 2 hours onto my flight . My 20 hour return trip ended up being 30 hours return with a 10.0 hour layover in New York with no seats anywhere . Everyone was sleeping or sitting on the floor . Unlike the hotel I was given in Manila to wait for this flight home . I never thought I would use Cathay Pacific again . But I did and this time you were great! I should have complained about the flight and layover from Hell a couple months ago. Consider that I am complaining about that august/23 flight now . Thank you got the great flying experience on my way home from philippines .

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Food was good, attendants were friendly. Seats were not comfortable. Did not receive any amenities such as eyemask or earplugs that would have helped sleep. Additionally a large group of passengers boarded very late into boarding and were a disruption for almost the whole flight. Flight attendants did their best but the kids were making so much noise, kicking seats, and half the time no adult was sat with them so they weren’t being managed.

I staff or crew they were very friendly and humbly, they done theirs service very well, I appreciate them and thank you to the company or Qatar 🇶🇦 Government for providing as good service in their flight ,once again, thank you 😊 🙏 😀 😉 👍

Crews are very rude and unhelpful. Cramped seats in economy. Foods are useless

Lovely aircraft and I flight entertainment. Good leg room. Full flight crew struggled a bit

Qatar screwed up by delaying our onward journey for refueling, which resulted in missing our connecting flight to India. the airport qater staff at Doha, herded us like cattle in a very incohesive and uncoordinated way. We were then given 2 options: either catch our original flight the Next day ( After 24.hrs) or catch 2 flights instead , to goto our destination in India. All this, for paying a premium for Qatar.

Food not good as good as last time flew with them

Seats very uncomfortable, impossible to sleep. Food average, bakery items not fresh. Pockets in seats not large enough to hold a book and a few other items. Cabin temperature too cold, even with blanket. Good selection of movies. Other than that 12 hours of torture!

Restrooms weren’t working properly. Food choices were too exotic.

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

2 parts to the journey. First leg covered in a newer plane with decent staff + POOR FOOD QUALITY but the second half didn’t leave a positive impression at all as the plane itself was an older built and the crew didn’t serve properly. Language is an issue with China Eastern flights as always, but unmotivated crew just makes it even bad.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

Great staff and food. Seats pretty uncomfortable but plenty of legroom. Entertainment system outdated.

Flight was fine, however we were not able to check in online, this adds to travel stress. Luckily check-in at Heathrow was quick, but we did not get the seats we paid extra for. We paid for a window and 2 aisle seats from Shanghai to Tokyo leg, but they changed us to middle seats. Not good :(

Everything you need to know for your flight from Manchester to China

Information on your arrival and departure airports