Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai from £287
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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LHR — SHA
29 Apr — 6 May1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5
The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in November or September, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Popular in | July |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | November |
Round-trip from | £402 |
One-way from | £290 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Shanghai.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport. Users have commonly found prices around £669 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £357. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.
When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (LHR - SHA)?
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets at midday.
Cheap China Southern flights from Heathrow to Shanghai
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Heathrow and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced China Southern flights we've found from London to Shanghai. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 8/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Tue 14/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£406
Wed 15/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£407
Tue 4/620:50LHR - PVG
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Tue 18/618:05PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£411
Wed 15/520:50LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Wed 22/515:30SHA - LHR
1 stop34h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£411
Wed 22/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/4£412
Sun 23/620:50LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Sun 30/622:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£414
Wed 22/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mChina Southern
Mon 27/522:15SHA - LHR
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£415
Tue 21/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mChina Southern
Tue 28/522:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£420
Sat 25/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 9/611:50SHA - LHR
1 stop38h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£421
Cheap Air China flights from Heathrow to Shanghai
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between Heathrow and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Air China flights travelling from London to Shanghai. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 21/520:25LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 35mAir China
Mon 27/511:25SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 05mAir China
Deal found 23/4£544
Tue 30/420:25LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Tue 14/508:55SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 23/4£561
Tue 30/420:25LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Tue 14/511:25SHA - LHR
1 stop15h 35mAir China
Deal found 24/4£564
Wed 22/520:25LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 35mAir China
Sun 26/511:25SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 05mAir China
Deal found 23/4£583
Wed 15/522:40LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 25mAir China
Sun 19/507:55SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 22/4£591
Tue 30/420:25LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Sun 5/508:55SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 24/4£594
Mon 10/622:40LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 25mAir China
Tue 9/707:55SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 23/4£720
Cheap Heathrow to Shanghai flights in April & May 2024
Find cheap flight options from Heathrow to Shanghai specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Prices were last updated on 24 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from London to Shanghai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 8/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Tue 14/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£406
Wed 15/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£407
Wed 15/520:50LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Wed 22/515:30SHA - LHR
1 stop34h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£411
Wed 15/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/4£412
Thu 16/511:45LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mKLM
Thu 30/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/4£414
Wed 22/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mChina Southern
Mon 27/522:15SHA - LHR
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£415
Fri 24/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 2/620:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/4£417
Thu 23/508:40LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 45mKLM
Thu 30/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/4£419
Tue 21/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mChina Southern
Tue 28/522:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£420
Heathrow to Shanghai 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Heathrow and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from London to Shanghai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 8/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Tue 14/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£406
Wed 15/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£407
Wed 23/1020:50LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
Wed 6/1116:30SHA - LHR
1 stop32h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£409
Fri 25/1020:50LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Thu 31/1019:45SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£410
Tue 4/620:50LHR - PVG
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Tue 18/618:05PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£411
Wed 15/520:50LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Wed 22/515:30SHA - LHR
1 stop34h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£411
Wed 15/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Wed 29/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/4£412
Sun 23/620:50LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Sun 30/622:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£414
Thu 16/511:45LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mKLM
Thu 30/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/4£414
Direct flights to Shanghai from Heathrow
Discover direct flight options from Heathrow to Shanghai. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from London to Shanghai. If you're looking for other options for flights from London to Shanghai, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 21/1012:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 31/1010:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/4£420
Wed 8/512:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 14/511:10PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/4£434
Wed 15/512:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 29/511:10PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/4£436
Mon 14/1012:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 5/1110:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/4£445
Fri 30/812:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 22/210:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£447
Wed 15/512:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 19/511:10PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 22/4£458
Wed 15/512:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 19/511:10PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/4£460
Thu 16/512:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 30/511:10PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/4£475
Fri 18/1012:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 28/1010:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£482
Heathrow to Shanghai flights leaving soon
Find last-minute flight options from Heathrow to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from London to Shanghai. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 30/408:40LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 45mKLM
Sun 5/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 45mKLM
Deal found 23/4£432
Tue 30/409:55LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Sun 5/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mKLM
Deal found 24/4£433
Tue 30/414:45LHR - PVG
2 stops19h 10mKLM
Sun 5/511:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/4£458
Tue 30/412:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 14/511:00PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£460
Tue 30/412:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 13/511:00PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/4£494
Tue 30/412:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 13/511:00PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£496
Tue 30/412:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£530
Sat 4/520:50LHR - PVG
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Tue 21/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£544
Sat 4/520:50LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Tue 21/519:45SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£556
One-way flights to Shanghai from Heathrow
Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from London to Shanghai. Those needing a return flight from London to Shanghai can use the search form above.
Tue 14/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£287
Sun 28/422:00LHR - PVG
2 stops31h 05mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 23/4£290
Sun 12/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£294
Tue 14/522:10LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£295
Sun 12/522:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£297
Mon 13/522:10LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/4£300
Sat 1/622:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 23/4£302
Sat 1/622:05LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 23/4£302
Sun 2/622:05LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 22/4£306
Find flights from Heathrow to Shanghai within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 935,178 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
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Fly to
Any airport
Budget
£406 - £482
Route
Depart
Return
Price
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 8/5
1 stop17h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 14/5
1 stop17h 45m
£406
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Thu 16/5
1 stop14h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 30/5
1 stop16h 40m
£414
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Tue 4/6
1 stop18h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 9/6
1 stop25h 25m
£416
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 8/5
2 stops35h 10m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 30/5
2 stops34h 05m
£420
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sat 1/6
1 stop29h 05m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 19/6
1 stop19h 40m
£423
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 22/5
2 stops37h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 27/5
1 stop16h 50m
£428
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 8/5
Nonstop12h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 14/5
Nonstop14h 40m
£434
London HeathrowShanghai Hongqiao Intl
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Fri 17/5
1 stop29h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 26/5
1 stop35h 05m
£443
London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Fri 18/10
Nonstop12h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 28/10
Nonstop14h 45m
£482
When is the best time to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to Shanghai by month
Plan your trip from Heathrow to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Heathrow to Shanghai is currently £297 while a return flight costs £430. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £547). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
January
£480
February
£465
March
£486
April
£483
May
£501
June
£557
July
£817
August
£661
September
£479
October
£486
November
£441
December
£502
Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month
Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
SHA Temperature | 4 - 28 °C |
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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 24 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, Air China and Shenzhen Airlines from London to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
4,070 reviews
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
1,629 reviews
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
1,134 reviews
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
2,070 reviews
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
4,480 reviews
4,070 reviews
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 10
We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Shanghai
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Hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Shanghai
Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
| 0%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 75%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 0%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 25%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Shanghai
Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
| Monday | 0daily flights |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 0daily flights |
| Wednesday | 0daily flights |
| Thursday | 0daily flights |
| Friday | 1daily flight |
| Saturday | 1daily flight |
| Sunday | 0daily flights |
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