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£149+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — LHR
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 December 2025.

Cheapest airline

ANA
On average, ANA currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of £189).
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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 23 December 2025.

Tue 24/321:00PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 00mFinnair
Tue 31/310:20LHR - PVG
1 stop24h 50mFinnair
Deal found 20/12£409
Thu 22/118:55PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/221:00LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12£433
Tue 20/111:45PVG - STN
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/108:10STN - PVG
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12£437
Tue 19/520:50PVG - LHR
1 stop25h 20mFinnair
Tue 26/516:10LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 00mFinnair
Deal found 19/12£438
Tue 21/420:50PVG - LHR
1 stop25h 20mFinnair
Tue 28/418:10LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 00mFinnair
Deal found 21/12£439
Wed 21/111:45PVG - STN
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/120:40STN - PVG
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12£448
Thu 22/110:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 4/212:15LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/12£459
Mon 19/109:05SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 1/221:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/12£460
Mon 19/107:20PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 1/221:10LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/12£462
Thu 22/120:40SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Wed 4/221:10LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 22/12£463
Mon 19/110:45PVG - STN
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/219:30STN - PVG
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12£468
Mon 9/207:20PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 16/221:10LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 00mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/12£470

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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 23 December 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

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

£476

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

19:50-17:55

1 stop30h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£482

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/1

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

£498

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

07:20-21:30

1 stop21h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£500

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

23:55-22:20

1 stop39h 25m

£500

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

07:20-07:20

1 stop31h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 12/5

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£500

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/1

22:50-00:10

2 stops33h 20m

London Stansted

Fri 16/1

18:55-10:00

2 stops31h 05m

£506

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/1

06:15-17:55

1 stop19h 40m

London Stansted

Sun 1/2

20:15-21:05

1 stop16h 50m

£509

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/1

11:25-09:00

1 stop29h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

17:05-19:15

2 stops18h 10m

£517

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

02:10-20:00

2 stops25h 50m

London Stansted

Tue 31/3

08:00-10:15

2 stops19h 15m

£517

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

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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 £277). Flying from Shanghai in August will prove the most costly (average of £631). 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 £227
Air China
Air China
From £569
British Airways
British Airways
From £499
ANA
ANA
From £174

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
7,605 reviews
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Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Food

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
7,605 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Food

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 23 December 2025.

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

    Shanghai Pu Dong airport offers the cheapest routes to London, from £436; whereas Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £439. 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 £436 round trip

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