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£146+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — LHR
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
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 18 December 2025.

Cheapest airline

ANA
On average, ANA currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of £190).
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Tue 17/321:00PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 00mFinnair
Thu 26/307:30LHR - PVG
1 stop27h 25mFinnair
Deal found 15/12£393
Thu 22/118:55PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/221:00LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£422
Thu 29/109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Thu 5/222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 15/12£440
Sun 5/420:50PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 20mFinnair
Sat 11/410:20LHR - PVG
1 stop24h 50mFinnair
Deal found 17/12£454
Sat 31/118:55PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/221:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£455
Fri 8/520:50PVG - LHR
1 stop25h 20mFinnair
Thu 21/518:10LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 00mFinnair
Deal found 15/12£465
Thu 22/110:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 4/212:15LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/12£467
Sat 27/1211:35PVG - LHR
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1221:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£473
Fri 20/321:00PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 10mFinnair
Mon 23/318:10LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mFinnair
Deal found 15/12£480
Thu 22/122:50PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Wed 4/217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop21h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£481
Thu 22/109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Wed 4/222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 15/12£482
Tue 20/108:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Thu 29/122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£495

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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 18 December 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/1

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£440

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

08:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£483

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/3

22:25-17:20

1 stop26h 55m

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

20:20-10:10

1 stop29h 50m

£505

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/1

20:30-10:15

2 stops21h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£513

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/1

06:15-12:05

1 stop37h 50m

London Stansted

Wed 21/1

14:05-21:05

1 stop23h 00m

£513

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/1

11:25-07:40

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

15:00-19:15

1 stop20h 15m

£515

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/1

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£517

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/1

16:30-05:35

1 stop21h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

11:05-06:25

Nonstop11h 20m

£518

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

09:00-17:35

2 stops40h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

19:45-22:55

1 stop19h 10m

£518

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

10:30-11:25

3 stops32h 55m

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

06:20-12:20

3 stops46h 00m

£531

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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 £278). Flying from Shanghai in August will prove the most costly (average of £634). 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 £228
Air China
Air China
From £571
British Airways
British Airways
From £493
ANA
ANA
From £175

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
7,585 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lakshmi,Dec 2025

SFO - LHR

I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lakshmi,Dec 2025

SFO - LHR

I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.

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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 18 December 2025.

  • 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 £518 round trip

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