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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £330

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl

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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 23 April 2026.

Sat 7/1121:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Sat 14/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 19/4£519
Mon 16/1122:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop30h 15m
China Southern
Sun 22/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 19/4£541
Sat 7/1121:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Sun 22/1119:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop30h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 22/4£543
Sat 26/921:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop14h 20m
China Southern
Sat 10/1008:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 23/4£544
Mon 27/422:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Mon 11/519:45
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 22/4£546
Mon 27/421:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop14h 20m
China Southern
Wed 6/519:45
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 21/4£547
Thu 14/522:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop33h 10m
China Southern
Tue 19/508:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 22/4£549
Mon 27/422:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Sun 10/508:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 20/4£550
Sat 7/1121:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Sat 28/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 22/4£564
Wed 4/1121:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Sat 28/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 22/4£566

Find 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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£544

One-way from

£330

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£592
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 26/9-10/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£82 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl 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 23 April 2026.
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LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 5/10

22:40-20:55

1 stop15h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/11

08:55-17:50

1 stop16h 55m

£644

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 16/9

17:00-20:55

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 28/9

22:30-20:35

1 stop29h 05m

£835

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 4/7

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/7

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£970

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/6

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£970

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 6/7

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 18/7

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£1,010

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 26/6

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 13/7

09:05-19:50

1 stop17h 45m

£1,025

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 5/6

22:05-10:30

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/6

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£1,050

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 5/10

06:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/11

16:15-16:55

1 stop32h 40m

£1,144

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/9

09:05-19:50

1 stop17h 45m

£1,161

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

06:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/6

16:15-16:30

1 stop31h 15m

£1,177

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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?

Booking 53 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £497). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £789). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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 23 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, such as Finnair,China Southern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Air China
7.3
Good
148 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

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
208 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

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
7,910 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,390 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

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 Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Air China, Cathay Pacific, and Shenzhen Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 15h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 10m. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 5720 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at £368, China Southern will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hainan Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £371 and £388, respectively. China Southern is priced at 38% 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 China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £267. China Eastern flights start at £288 while deals on Finnair start at £341 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?

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £497). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £789). 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£368Average£452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£371Average£409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£388Average£447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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FinnairCheapest£400Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£411Average£763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£442Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Gulf AirCheapest£450Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest£486Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£487Average£747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest£494Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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