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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Shanghai, China in 2025

Find the latest flights to Shanghai in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 18 September 2025.

Return from

£441

One-way from

£270

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£525
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • London to Shanghai
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13/11
  • 13/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Wed 5/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Southern
Tue 18/1117:50PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£441
Sun 9/1121:50LHR - PVG
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1122:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£442
Mon 3/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Mon 17/1119:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£443
Tue 21/1021:00LHR - PVG
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Tue 4/1122:05PVG - LHR
1 stop23h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£443
Sat 4/1021:00LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Sun 19/1008:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£443
Wed 12/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Southern
Wed 26/1122:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£443
Wed 12/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Wed 26/1108:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£444
Thu 13/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Fri 28/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£444
Wed 5/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Sat 15/1108:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 16/9£445
Wed 15/1021:00LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 10mChina Southern
Tue 28/1016:30SHA - LHR
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£447
Wed 12/1110:00LCY - PVG
1 stop15h 25mKLM
Wed 26/1111:25PVG - LCY
1 stop27h 50mKLM
Deal found 17/9£447
Tue 21/1021:00LHR - SHA
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Tue 4/1119:05SHA - LHR
1 stop31h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9£448

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 3/10

09:20-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/10

11:15-20:15

1 stop16h 00m

£447

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 12/11

09:20-09:25

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/11

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£447

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 19/11

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£449

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Thu 2/10

06:00-13:20

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 8/10

15:50-17:50

2 stops33h 00m

£456

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 19/11

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£457

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Tue 30/9

09:20-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

21:30-09:30

2 stops19h 00m

£473

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 2/10

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/10

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£475

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 30/9

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£476

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 2/10

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/10

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£484

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 30/9

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£484

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Best time to book a flight to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights to Shanghai is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from London to Shanghai takes 14 hours 33 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Shanghai are China Eastern, British Airways and Air China.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From £601
Air China
Air China
From £547
British Airways
British Airways
From £625
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
From £445

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Shanghai are Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines and KLM.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, China Southern, andAir China to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a return flight to Shanghai?

    A return flight to Shanghai will typically cost around £177, however they can be found for as little as £163.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel - Air China Boyue Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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