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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to England from £274

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
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 7 May 2026.

Tue 6/1020:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 15m
Finnair
Tue 13/1007:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 5/5£445
Tue 10/1118:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/1120:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£524
Tue 17/1118:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1120:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5£525
Wed 11/1118:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/1108:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£527
Thu 12/1118:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/1108:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£528
Mon 2/1114:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/1108:50
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£533
Tue 1/1218:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/1220:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£534
Wed 24/615:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/721:45
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop32h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£535
Fri 12/615:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop31h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 27/609:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5£535
Thu 25/615:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/709:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£536
Thu 21/502:10
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/508:25
LHR
-
PVG
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£538
Fri 19/615:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/609:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5£541

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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£445

One-way from

£274

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£468
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 6/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Shanghai to England
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10/8
  • 10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 45m total
  • Shanghai to England
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£92 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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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 7 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to England that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

07:20-18:45

1 stop18h 25m

London Stansted

Wed 10/6

21:05-22:20

1 stop18h 15m

£558

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/6

07:20-18:45

1 stop18h 25m

London Stansted

Tue 9/6

14:55-22:20

1 stop24h 25m

£558

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/6

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Tue 30/6

10:05-22:20

1 stop29h 15m

£563

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

07:20-07:20

1 stop31h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 10/6

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£563

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Thu 11/6

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£564

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/6

07:20-19:45

1 stop19h 25m

London Gatwick

Tue 9/6

21:45-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

£564

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/5

20:15-15:55

2 stops26h 40m

London Luton

Sun 31/5

19:55-05:35

1 stop26h 40m

£679

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/6

18:40-06:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 30/8

09:00-16:20

1 stop24h 20m

£683

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

20:50-20:40

1 stop30h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/8

07:30-18:25

1 stop27h 55m

£687

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LTN

PVGLTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

20:15-16:00

2 stops26h 45m

London Luton

Wed 10/6

05:40-05:25

1 stop16h 45m

£690

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to England

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to England

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to England?

The best time to book flights from Shanghai to England is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £186). Flying from Shanghai to England in August is currently the most expensive (average of £492). 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 7 May 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 7 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern,Air China, 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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
Air China
7.3
Good
149 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,949 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.

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. Emirates 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?

    £161 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Shenzhen Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hainan Airlines and China Southern, with prices starting from £164 and £170, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to England (average of £186). Flying from Shanghai to England in August is currently the most expensive (average of £492). 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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