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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £288

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 68 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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£462

One-way from

£288

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£763
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 13/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 40m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£92 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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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 22 August 2025.

Mon 13/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 25/1020:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/8£462
Wed 27/822:00LHR - SHA
1 stop18h 05mHainan Airlines
Thu 18/908:30SHA - LHR
1 stop42h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/8£463
Wed 15/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 28/1015:35SHA - LHR
1 stop35h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/8£463
Sat 4/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 11/1015:35SHA - LHR
1 stop35h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/8£464
Wed 10/921:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Wed 17/915:30SHA - LHR
1 stop33h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 22/8£472
Sun 7/921:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Wed 17/914:50SHA - LHR
1 stop35h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 21/8£474
Mon 22/922:10LHR - SHA
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Mon 29/908:35SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 20/8£475
Mon 3/1121:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 9/1109:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/8£475
Fri 19/922:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 27/920:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/8£478
Fri 19/921:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Sat 27/915:30SHA - LHR
1 stop33h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 21/8£480
Fri 19/921:00LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Sun 28/915:30SHA - LHR
1 stop33h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/8£481
Wed 5/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Mon 1/1219:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 22/8£486

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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 22 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

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Hongqiao Intl

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Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

22:05-14:25

1 stop33h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 25/10

20:50-20:10

1 stop30h 20m

£462

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

15:35-19:10

1 stop35h 35m

£463

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 4/10

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/10

15:35-20:00

1 stop35h 25m

£464

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 18/9

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 28/9

19:45-18:05

1 stop29h 20m

£472

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/9

14:50-19:00

1 stop35h 10m

£474

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 7/9

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/9

14:50-19:00

1 stop35h 10m

£474

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

22:10-09:20

1 stop28h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/9

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£475

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

21:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/11

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

£475

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 27/9

20:50-20:00

1 stop30h 10m

£478

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 21/9

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/9

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£478

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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 8 August 2025.

Booking 68 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 22 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 22 August 2025.
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
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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.
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
161 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,292 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

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?

    Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 17h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 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 £76, 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 Hainan Airlines and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £361 and £366, respectively. Cathay Pacific is priced at 86% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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.

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    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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 22 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£76Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£361Average£415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£366Average£448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£366Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air FranceCheapest£367Average£395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£373Average£474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£401Average£510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£437Average£534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£452Average£534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£452Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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