$496 Cheap flights to China

While there are more than just a few landmarks in China, most momondo users find People's Square, Chaozhou People's Square, The Great Wall of Badaling, and Canton Fair Complex to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

When visiting People's Square in Shanghai, the closest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

China Southern, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 26 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

19% of our momondo users travelling to China in the past year chose to fly into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl in the past year, making it the most popular airport in China. The Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport serves the city of Shanghai.

The cheapest flight to China recently found on momondo was $241. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than $1,191 is considered a good price for flights to China. $1,420 is the average cost to fly to China, while $4,359 is the most expensive.

The best day of the week to fly to China is Tuesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Sunday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Friday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to China.

To save money on airfare when visiting China, consider Nanjing Lukou Intl airport in Nanjing, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of $241. You may also consider flying to Beijing Capital airport in Beijing for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $253.

Prices for flights to China refresh daily.

There are 32 operators available for flights to China as of February 2026.

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to China.

The travel and health documents required for your trip to China can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.