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Flights to China from the UK take around 10-12 hours direct. Beijing and Shanghai both have non-stop services from London.
Air China operates the most frequent direct services. British Airways flies to Beijing, while Virgin Atlantic serves Shanghai. China Eastern and China Southern offer competitive connecting fares.
UK citizens typically need a visa before travel, though transit visa exemptions apply for short stays in certain cities.
China's second busiest airport. Main hub for Air China. Located 32km northeast of central Beijing. Three terminals.
Major international gateway for eastern China. China Eastern hub. Modern facilities, excellent connections.
South China's main hub. China Southern base. Gateway to Pearl River Delta.
Spring (March-May)
Pleasant weather. Good for visiting most regions. Cherry blossoms in parks.
Autumn (September-October)
Best weather nationwide. Golden Week (Oct 1-7) very busy. Book ahead.
Winter (November-February)
Cold in the north, milder south. Chinese New Year crowds. Ski season.
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