Question 1

Which airlines fly from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Only Shenzhen Airlines operates flights between Shenzhen and London.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Shenzhen to London usually depart from Shenzhen (SZX) and may arrive at 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).

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £458 return via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared with £691 for direct.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 55% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) – 6% of one-stop connections

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Shenzhen to London. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £599 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £735, a difference of £136.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 8

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shenzhen to London route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 58m.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What popular places can I visit in London?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Earliest: departs at 13:30 and lands at 02:51
• Latest: departs at 15:30 and lands at 04:51.

The flight takes about 13h 21m.

Question 12

How long is a flight from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Shenzhen to London takes 13h 21m, covering 5,945 miles.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

Have flight prices from Shenzhen to London changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £526 to £4,488. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Shenzhen to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £231, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Question 16

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Shenzhen Airlines is the only airline operating Shenzhen to London flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

Question 17

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Flying via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 52m, compared to 16h 21m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 17h via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG).

Question 19

What is the time difference between Shenzhen and London?

Accepted Answer

London is 8 hours behind Shenzhen (British Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 20

What car hire options are available in London?

Accepted Answer

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates averaging £29:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Rentacar

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates averaging £29:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates averaging £26:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates averaging £28:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Shenzhen to London range from £589 to £738, with an average of £642 over the past 12 months. Anything below £589 counts as a good deal.

Question 22

How much is a return flight from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Shenzhen to London typically range from £589 to £738. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £528 on Air China.

Question 23

What is the cheapest Shenzhen to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Shenzhen (SZX) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the cheapest Shenzhen to London route, averaging £622 return. Other Shenzhen to London routes average £694, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shenzhen to London. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen to London at £534 return.
•September (£843) and July (£748) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 26

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Air China (£528) and Shenzhen Airlines (£603) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Shenzhen to London according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 27

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Shenzhen and London?

Accepted Answer

Shenzhen Airlines has the most frequent direct flights from Shenzhen to London with 7 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 28

How often are flights from Shenzhen to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last three months, Shenzhen to London flights were delayed 21% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 1h 58m behind schedule.

Question 29

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

Question 30

Which airline is the most punctual on Shenzhen to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Shenzhen Airlines is the most punctual airline on Shenzhen to London flights. 79% of flights were on time in the past three months.

Question 31

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the Shenzhen to London route. 55% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.

Question 32

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £458. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 33

Which route with a stopover is the fastest from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Shenzhen to London at 15h 52m one-way, 2h 31m longer than the 13h 21m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 34

When flying from Shenzhen to London, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) had the shortest average connection time for Shenzhen to London stopovers at 9h 10m over the past 3 months.

Question 35

How many direct flights run daily between Shenzhen and London?

Accepted Answer

There are about 1 flights per day from Shenzhen to London, which is about 7 flights per week, spread evenly across the week.

Question 36

What time of day do most flights depart from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Shenzhen to London depart in the afternoon, accounting for 100% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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