Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £286

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 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£434

One-way from

£286

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£514
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 30/11-6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • London to Shanghai
1/1
  • 1/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • London to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£93 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Sun 30/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sat 6/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£434
Sun 23/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Wed 10/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£435
Sat 29/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Tue 9/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£436
Sat 15/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Sat 29/1109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11£437
Fri 5/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Sun 7/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£440
Thu 13/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Sat 22/1121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£441
Tue 2/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Tue 23/1220:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£442
Sun 30/1121:15LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£449
Mon 24/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 30/1109:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£453
Fri 14/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop31h 20mChina Southern
Sun 23/1120:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11£454
Wed 19/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Wed 26/1120:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11£455

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Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

Hongqiao Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 30/11

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

08:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

£437

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/12

08:55-22:55

2 stops22h 00m

£524

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 4/5

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 24/5

21:50-19:00

1 stop28h 10m

£533

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 24/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/4

19:45-18:05

1 stop29h 20m

£561

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

£578

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 10/1

11:30-11:55

2 stops16h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/2

08:55-15:55

1 stop15h 00m

£630

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/2

22:25-16:20

2 stops25h 55m

£676

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 20/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/4

08:55-08:15

2 stops30h 20m

£739

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 1/1

20:25-20:55

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 17/1

08:55-15:55

1 stop15h 00m

£774

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £369). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £605). 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 LHR to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated 14 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, such as Finnair, China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    China Southern can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 16h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 5720 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £272, Cathay Pacific will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Hainan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £367 and £369, respectively. Cathay Pacific is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hainan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £293. Shenzhen Airlines flights start at £309 while deals on China Southern start at £312 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl 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 London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £369). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £605). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£272Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£367Average£527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£369Average£419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£375Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£376Average£481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£410Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Gulf AirCheapest£462Average£534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest£466Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£485Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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China EasternCheapest£487Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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