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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to England from £263

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
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 24 March 2026.

Tue 12/520:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Finnair
Tue 19/507:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 22/3£465
Fri 8/520:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 15m
Finnair
Tue 12/518:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Finnair
Deal found 23/3£477
Sun 14/621:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 27/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 22/3£485
Sun 14/619:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 27/622:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 22/3£485
Sun 31/520:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 50m
Finnair
Sat 6/610:20
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Finnair
Deal found 23/3£506
Sun 19/415:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/422:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£507
Sun 19/420:15
PVG
-
LGW
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/417:55
LGW
-
PVG
Nonstop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£513
Wed 6/508:30
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 00m
Hainan Airlines
Wed 13/522:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 22/3£513
Wed 20/501:40
PVG
-
LGW
Nonstop12h 20m
Air China
Tue 2/611:15
LGW
-
PVG
Nonstop11h 30m
Air China
Deal found 23/3£514
Mon 1/615:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Sat 6/622:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 23/3£515
Thu 7/520:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/522:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£519
Mon 18/507:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 27/522:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 24/3£520

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 24 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£465

One-way from

£263

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£663
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Shanghai to England
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24/4
  • 24/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 15m total
  • Shanghai to England
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£79 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/6

07:20-18:45

1 stop18h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 21/6

21:05-22:20

1 stop18h 15m

£558

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/5

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Wed 20/5

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£559

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/6

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£565

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/5

02:10-13:45

2 stops42h 35m

London Luton

Wed 20/5

19:55-05:35

1 stop26h 40m

£577

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - STN

SHASTN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/5

09:00-10:50

2 stops32h 50m

London Stansted

Wed 20/5

06:15-20:00

2 stops30h 45m

£577

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/9

07:20-07:05

1 stop30h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

14:25-22:20

1 stop24h 55m

£584

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/5

07:20-18:45

1 stop18h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 24/5

14:55-22:20

1 stop24h 25m

£586

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 25/6

07:20-18:40

1 stop18h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 2/7

16:50-22:20

1 stop22h 30m

£589

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 16/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 24/5

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

£614

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 14/6

13:10-13:45

2 stops31h 35m

London Luton

Wed 17/6

20:50-05:00

2 stops25h 10m

£619

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £341). Flying from Shanghai to England in September is currently the most expensive (average of £558). 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 24 March 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.

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 24 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China,China Eastern, andBritish Airways 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.
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,817 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Helena,Mar 2026

PVG - LGW

Overall it was a great experience flying with AirChina. Great service, great food. If I have to point out one thing that will be more varieties of food selection. All are Chinese style. If one Chinese style and one western style choices would be excellent.

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 25m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £558. Shanghai and England are separated by a distance of 5697 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    £156 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 Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern, with prices starting from £163 and £173, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £341). Flying from Shanghai to England in September is currently the most expensive (average of £558). 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£502Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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