Question 1

What 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

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

Question 4

What 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 taking a layover when flying from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $612 round-trip via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared to $923 for nonstop.

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 $800 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $982, a difference of $182.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 8

At what point is a flight considered delayed 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 3 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% of flights 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 and Buckingham Palace. 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 1:30 pm and lands at 2:51 am
• Latest: departs at 3:30 pm and lands at 4:51 am.

The flight takes about 13h 21m.

Question 12

How long is a flight from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop 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

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 $364, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

Question 15

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 16

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 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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 19

What car rental options are available in London?

Accepted Answer

Since London is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) — daily rates averaging $38:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Rentacar

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) — daily rates averaging $39:

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

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) — daily rates averaging $35:

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

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) — daily rates averaging $38:

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

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Shenzhen to London range from $787 to $985, with an average of $858 over the past 12 months. Anything below $787 counts as a good deal.

Question 21

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 $831 round-trip. Other Shenzhen to London routes average $927, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 22

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 23

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen to London at $713 round-trip.
•September ($1,126) and July ($999) 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 24

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

Accepted Answer

Air China ($748) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Shenzhen to London in the last 5 days.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 26

How often are flights from Shenzhen to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 3 months Shenzhen to London flights were delayed 21% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 1h 58m behind schedule.

Question 27

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 28

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 3 months.

Question 29

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Shenzhen to London?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $612. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 31

Which route with a layover 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 32

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 33

How many nonstop flights run daily between Shenzhen and London?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

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

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