How to Call United Kingdom from China
Learn how to call from China to United Kingdom with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.01/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call United Kingdom from China
The cheapest way to call United Kingdom from China is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.01 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from China to United Kingdom
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (44), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.01 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇨🇳 China to 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from China.
- 2
Dial United Kingdom's country code: 44
The country code for United Kingdom is +44.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 07 912 345 678
- Landline: 020 7946 0018
Cheap Calls from China to United Kingdom
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from China to United Kingdom starting at $0.01/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.01/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇨🇳 China Carrier Rates to 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- China Mobile$0.20-1.50
- China Unicom$0.20-1.20
- China Telecom$0.20-1.50
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Best Time to Call 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumer marketing, avoid calling before 09:00 or after 20:00 UK time on weekdays
- • Avoid unsolicited calls on Sundays and UK public holidays unless there is a prior agreement
Calling Etiquette in United Kingdom
- • Open with a polite greeting and your name and organisation, then confirm if it is a good time to talk
- • For business calls, be punctual and keep to scheduled times; short notice rescheduling should be explained
- • Use a professional, calm tone; avoid overly aggressive sales tactics or repeated callbacks
- • If the call is recorded or monitored, state this clearly at the start
Reaching 🇬🇧 United Kingdom via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom and similar apps are widely used in the UK for personal and business calls
- • Most UK users have reliable mobile data or broadband, but confirm Wi Fi availability for longer VOIP calls
- • Some corporate environments may restrict external VOIP apps, so provide a fallback dial in number
International Calling Requirements in 🇨🇳 China
- • Ensure your SIM is real-name registered; unregistered SIMs may be blocked from IDD and roaming
- • Enable international calling (IDD) with your carrier; many plans have IDD disabled by default
- • Maintain sufficient prepaid balance or an active postpaid plan; IDD calls are usually charged at premium rates
- • Dial 00 or use + before the destination country code, then area or mobile code and number
- • Business or call center users may need additional registration for high-volume international traffic
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Call cannot be completed as dialed - Check you used 00 or +, then the correct country code and removed any leading 0 from the local number
- International calling not enabled - Contact your carrier to activate IDD service or switch to a plan that includes international calling
- Roaming not allowed - Before travel, enable roaming and purchase a roaming package; restart your phone after activation
FAQs: Calling 🇬🇧 United Kingdom from 🇨🇳 China
How do I call from China to United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 44 (United Kingdom country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from China to United Kingdom?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.01/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for United Kingdom?
The country code for United Kingdom is +44. When calling from China, dial 00 44 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from China?
Dial 00 or use +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code and local number, dropping any foreign trunk 0.
Should I use roaming voice or Wi-Fi or VOIP when abroad with a Chinese SIM?
Roaming voice is convenient but expensive; using Wi-Fi and VOIP or app calls (for example, WeChat) is usually much cheaper.
How expensive are international calls from China?
Typical IDD rates range roughly from 0.20 to over 1 USD per minute depending on destination and plan; check your carrier for exact rates.