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Flying to China

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight ticket found	$1,025
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	11 hrs, 54 mins
Possible destinations	261
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	252

Cheap flight deals to China

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to China? If you want to travel to China next month, return fares start from $1,025. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.$1,025 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,025, select.

Hong Kong.$1,029 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,029, select.

Guangzhou.$1,048 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,048, select.

Shanghai.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.

Nanjing.$1,071 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Nanking / Nanjing.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Nanking / Nanjing on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,071, select.

Ningbo.$1,071 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Ningbo.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Ningbo on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,071, select.

Dalian.$1,071 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Dalian on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,071, select.

Qingdao.$1,073 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,073, select.

Shijiazhuang.$1,077 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Qantas and Hebei Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Shijiazhuang.Inbound indirect flight with Hebei Airlines, departs from Shijiazhuang on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,077, select.

Yinchuan.$1,079 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Yinchuan.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Yinchuan on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,079, select.

Tianjin.$1,079 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Tianjin.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Tianjin on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,079, select.

Hangzhou.$1,091 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Hangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Hangzhou on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,091, select.

Zhengzhou.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Zhengzhou on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.

Changsha.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Changsha.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Changsha on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.

Haikou.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Haikou.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Haikou on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.

Jinan.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Jinan Yaoqiang.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Jinan Yaoqiang on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to China?

Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, China Southern, Qatar Airways, SWISS, Air China and Finnair all fly direct to China.

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?

We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to China is currently August.

Can I get a direct flight to China?

Yes – you can fly direct to Guangzhou, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and many more destinations in China.

How much are return flights to China?

The best price we found for a return flight to China is $1,025. 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.

What's the cheapest city to fly into in China?

The cheapest city to fly into is Beijing; and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Beijing Capital.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in China?

The cheapest airport in China is Beijing Capital – we've found flights from $1,025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to China on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to China is Sunday, 2 August 2026, – to Beijing Capital Airport.

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How to find cheap flights to China

Lock in a better price on a flight to China by taking off from Auckland International, often the most budget-friendly departure option.
Then touch down at Beijing Capital to keep your total fare lower.
Keep the month of August free. It's often the cheapest time to visit China.
The lowest price for a one-way flight is $484. A round-trip ticket starts from $1,025.
Open to choosing your arrival city based on the lowest fares? Compare the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'China' in the 'To' field.
If you have a destination in mind, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search. This will display flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could unlock real savings.
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Book ahead of time. You're more likely to find a bargain and a better range of flight options.

The best time to go to China

If you're flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month or day to fly.
February is one of the busiest months to fly. High season means more happening, but it's rarely the cheapest time to go.
The quietest time to travel is December. Book your plane tickets to China then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
The weather can influence everything from sightseeing to packing, so choose your season wisely. Maximum temperatures average 28ºC in July, making it one of the warmest months in China.
Conditions are often coolest around January, with average lows of -9ºC.
Rainy days are more common in August, while March is typically drier.
Depending on where and when you go, also take into account weather risks like monsoon season and times of extreme heat.

Getting to China

When you're ready to book flights to China, you've got no shortage of arrival airports to choose from. These are some of the busiest:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing
Here's a summary of the airlines providing the most services to this destination, alongside rough monthly flight figures:
- China Eastern — 5,000
- China Southern — 4,700
- Cathay Pacific — 4,500
Major international hubs including Seoul, Bangkok and Tokyo are common stopover points on flights to China. Your connection (if any) will depend on your airline and departure city, which you can check as you search.

Places to visit in China

Beijing

This city with a population of roughly 12 million belongs at the top of the list of must-visit places.
Make time for classic stops like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square, among other landmarks.
You'll find plenty of flight deals to China touching down at Beijing's main airport, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) adds more options when searching for lower prices.
Browse the selection of hotels in Beijing and round out your trip with a stay that fits your style and budget.

Shanghai

Take your travels in a new direction in this popular city of around 22 million people.
Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are the perfect introduction to the highlights.
When deciding where to land, your main options are Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Browse hotels in Shanghai and lock in a stay that fits your travel plans.

Chengdu

Home to about 7.4 million people in Sichuan, this city easily ranks among the best places to visit in China.
Chengdu Contemporary Art Museum, Chengdu New Century Global Centre and A Thousand Plateaus Art Space are standout sights to swing by while you're here.
You can arrive through Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), depending on what fits your route best.
Whether you're planning a quick stay or a longer break, hotels in Chengdu offer options for every type of trip.

Good to know

Make sure you're across the entry rules before you fly. Rules can vary depending on your passport and reason for travel. Always check with official sources like your airline, the local embassy or your travel agent.
You'll be using the Chinese yuan (CNY) for everyday spending. Debit and credit cards are only accepted in large businesses, so it's a good idea to have another payment method.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are commonly found in cities of every size, from smaller areas to larger population centres.
You won't need to leave a tip in China. Tipping isn't the norm as part of regular service.
With low Wi-Fi availability, getting online can be difficult while travelling around. Download what you need (like booking confirmations, maps and key details) when you do have access.
China has a population of roughly 1.4 billion. The capital city is Beijing.
Travelling through this destination can involve crossing into different time zones. Depending on where you are, standard local time ranges from UTC+6 to UTC+8.
China is located in Asia within the Eastern Asia subregion.
Some of the most well-known events on the local calendar include Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival. Line up your flight to China around occasions like these for an experience that moves beyond the must-see list.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire

With your cheap ticket to China booked, it's now time to plan the rest of your travels. Discover amazing prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in China. You can also browse car hire options in China and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.