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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Lijiang Sanyi International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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London to Lijiang: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,153
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from London to Lijiang Sanyi International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi International is $1,153. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Lijiang Sanyi International. But we found flights with one stop from $1,153.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from London to Lijiang Sanyi International.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Lijiang Sanyi International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Lijiang Sanyi International Airport on Saturday, 30 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Lijiang Sanyi International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Lijiang Sanyi 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 Lijiang is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lijiang Sanyi International is China Southern .

Travelling from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG): What you need to know

  • London has numerous airports where you can begin your next adventure. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Lijiang Sanyi Airport is located in Lijiang. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from London to LJG, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • We make it simple to find cheap flights from London to LJG with a stopover. To explore the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and LJG include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • 68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, browse these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to LJG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:

  • 69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Make catching an early London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:

  • The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport is $622. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,153. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to LJG. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from London to LJG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Save on your flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). June is the peak month for travel to Lijiang. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.

  • Lock in a London to LJG flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lijiang to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Lijiang

  • Start your Lijiang trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Lijiang when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Elephant Mountain followed by Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Lijiang, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Xichang to check off its must-visit sights. From Xichang Ancient Town to Qionghai Moon Bay and 邛海湾, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Your travels through China wouldn't feel complete without exploring Luojiawuji. 玉龙雪山观景点 is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 113 kilometres north-east of Lijiang.

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