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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to England from £241

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
7 Mar — 14 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to England

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to England
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to England. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 February 2026.

Tue 31/320:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Mon 21/910:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop24h 50m
Finnair
Deal found 3/2£420
Tue 31/320:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Finnair
Thu 24/907:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 40m
Finnair
Deal found 2/2£422
Mon 2/308:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 25m
China Southern
Sun 15/317:15
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop15h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 4/2£424
Tue 1/920:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Tue 8/910:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop24h 50m
Finnair
Deal found 2/2£424
Sun 8/321:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/321:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2£427
Mon 2/309:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Sun 15/322:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/2£427
Tue 31/320:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Sat 19/910:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop24h 50m
Finnair
Deal found 2/2£431
Thu 12/308:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 45m
China Southern
Mon 16/321:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 3/2£431
Tue 3/320:30
PVG
-
LTN
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/320:50
LTN
-
PVG
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2£434
Tue 3/311:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop34h 50m
China Southern
Tue 10/321:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 3/2£438
Thu 5/322:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Wed 11/317:15
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop21h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 5/2£438
Tue 10/308:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 25m
China Southern
Wed 18/317:15
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop15h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 3/2£441

Find flight deals from Shanghai to England

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to England flight deals. Data was last updated 5 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£420

One-way from

£241

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£640
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 31/3-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Shanghai to England
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6/4
  • 6/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Shanghai to England
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£106 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to England 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to England that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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England

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

19:50-18:35

1 stop30h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£446

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

£447

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

11:45-14:00

2 stops34h 15m

London Luton

Thu 12/3

20:50-10:30

2 stops29h 40m

£451

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/4

20:50-17:05

1 stop27h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 11/7

18:10-18:10

1 stop17h 00m

£453

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/7

20:50-17:05

1 stop27h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 14/7

18:10-18:10

1 stop17h 00m

£455

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/5

08:30-19:30

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 13/5

22:00-22:55

1 stop17h 55m

£467

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

22:25-17:20

1 stop26h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£469

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/5

11:55-13:45

2 stops32h 50m

London Luton

Fri 15/5

15:15-18:40

2 stops20h 25m

£471

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 17/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

£486

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/6

17:00-13:45

2 stops27h 45m

London Luton

Tue 9/6

08:00-00:20

2 stops33h 20m

£487

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to England

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to England

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £294). Flying from Shanghai to England in August is currently the most expensive (average of £619). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to ENG?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to England. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Shanghai to England as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai to England?

Reviews of airlines servicing England

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to England. 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 England. Reviews last updated 5 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, China Eastern, andAir China from Shanghai to England to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,716 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to England. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to England?

    A quick flight from Shanghai to England can take about 18h. Finnair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £467. Shanghai and England are separated by a distance of 5720 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to England one-way?

    £151 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and China Eastern, with prices starting from £160 and £211, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to England?

    When deciding which route to take from Shanghai to England consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Heathrow, Shanghai Pu Dong - London Heathrow or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Gatwick as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to England that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to England flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to England?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to England.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to England?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to England by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £294). Flying from Shanghai to England in August is currently the most expensive (average of £619). 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.

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British AirwaysCheapest£490Average£525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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