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£128+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — LHR
3 gen — 10 gen1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 4 dicembre 2025.

Cheapest airline

ANA
On average, ANA currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of £197).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 dicembre 2025.

gio 22/118:55PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
mer 4/221:00LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£416
mar 31/320:50PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 20mFinnair
mar 7/407:30LHR - PVG
1 stop27h 40mFinnair
Deal found 30/11£422
dom 18/123:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom 1/221:50LHR - PVG
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£430
mar 5/520:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 15mFinnair
mar 12/507:30LHR - PVG
1 stop27h 40mFinnair
Deal found 2/12£442
mar 23/1218:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
mar 30/1221:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 1/12£448
mer 24/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
mer 31/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12£449
sab 20/1219:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
dom 18/122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12£451
dom 18/117:30PVG - STN
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom 1/219:30STN - PVG
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£467
lun 2/210:45PVG - STN
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun 9/206:10STN - PVG
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£472
sab 17/109:20SHA - STN
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
sab 24/108:50STN - SHA
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£473
ven 23/117:30PVG - LTN
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
ven 30/120:50LTN - PVG
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11£473
mar 20/111:35PVG - LHR
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar 27/107:30LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11£476

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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 4 dicembre 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

ven 23/1

08:50-19:40

1 stop18h 50m

London Heathrow

ven 30/1

21:50-12:00

1 stop30h 10m

£449

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sab 20/12

19:50-18:35

1 stop30h 45m

London Heathrow

dom 18/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£451

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom 18/1

17:30-16:35

2 stops31h 05m

London Stansted

dom 1/2

19:30-15:15

2 stops35h 45m

£467

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom 18/1

20:50-17:00

1 stop28h 10m

London Heathrow

dom 25/1

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£470

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sab 17/1

09:20-07:50

3 stops30h 30m

London Stansted

sab 24/1

08:50-22:15

2 stops29h 25m

£473

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

ven 23/1

17:30-20:10

2 stops34h 40m

London Luton

ven 30/1

20:50-15:15

2 stops34h 25m

£473

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom 25/1

21:00-17:55

1 stop28h 55m

London Heathrow

dom 1/2

09:30-11:55

1 stop18h 25m

£485

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

gio 22/1

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

London Heathrow

mer 4/2

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

£488

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar 3/2

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

London Heathrow

ven 20/2

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£491

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom 18/1

21:50-18:35

1 stop28h 45m

London Heathrow

dom 1/2

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£491

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of £293). Flying from Shanghai in August will prove the most costly (average of £638). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

Only one airline operates round-trip flights from Shanghai: British Airways. This airline flies to the following popular destinations: London.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From £229
Air China
Air China
From £193
British Airways
British Airways
From £395
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From £73

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from Shanghai have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,557 reviews
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Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amit,Nov 2025

BOM - LHR

Food and presentation were excellent. Staff was very courteous. On time boarding, on time flight. Comfortable seats (lie flats) and clear announcements and updates.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,557 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,557 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amit,Nov 2025

BOM - LHR

Food and presentation were excellent. Staff was very courteous. On time boarding, on time flight. Comfortable seats (lie flats) and clear announcements and updates.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 4 dicembre 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Shanghai?

    Shanghai Pu Dong airport offers the cheapest routes to London, from £442; whereas Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £454. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai is currently March; with August being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Shanghai to embark to:
    Travel from Shanghai to London from £442 round trip

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