Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International

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      Flight deals from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 9,499. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International flights are currently cheapest in December.

      Direct flights from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International

      Air China
      Shenzhen Airlines

      London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from London Heathrow to Shenzhen below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shenzhen Bao'an International.

      London to Shenzhen: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 6,211
      Cheapest month to flyDecember
      Average flight time12 hrs, 8 mins
      Most popular airlineAir China
      Average flights per week12

      Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International is R 8,899. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      12 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International.
      Air China and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International.
      As of August 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International.
      The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Shenzhen Bao'an International is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 8 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shenzhen is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Hainan Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shenzhen Bao'an International.

      Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know

      • Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 10 minutes.

      • Shenzhen's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shenzhen eight hours ahead of London.

      • Flights from LHR to SZX start at 21:10 — the first with Shenzhen Airlines. The last departure is at 22:05 with Shenzhen Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights.

      • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LHR to SZX flight.

      • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

      • Jetting into Shenzhen (and then discovering more of China!) is a snap with Shenzhen Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

      • Shenzhen Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

      • Shenzhen Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers LHR to SZX flights. A dependable 97.22% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

      • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and SZX:

        • Shanghai Pudong Airport

        • Dubai Airport

        • Beijing Capital Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is R 6,211. A return plane ticket is currently R 8,899. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

      • Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to SZX.

      • June is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

      • Save time looking for cheap flights from LHR to SZX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

      Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

      • Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.

      • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

      Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

      When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

      • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for July if you want to explore Shenzhen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

      • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to SZX in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

      Explore more of China

      • Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shenzhen. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.

      • If there's time to check out another major stop in China, consider Dongguan, about 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are key highlights.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.