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Cheap flights from London 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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
5 Jun — 12 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to Hongqiao Intl

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Cheapest flights from London to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 May 2026.

Tue 22/911:10
LGW
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SHA
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Wed 7/1016:50
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop20h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 2/5£501
Wed 11/1121:30
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Wed 25/1108:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 5/5£520
Thu 1/1022:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Thu 8/1021:45
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop28h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 30/4£526
Tue 29/922:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Mon 9/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 5/5£531
Wed 30/922:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Mon 12/1008:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 30/4£535
Sat 16/522:40
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
Fri 29/508:55
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 30m
Air China
Deal found 30/4£542
Sat 26/921:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop14h 20m
China Southern
Sat 10/1008:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 4/5£543
Thu 4/611:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop18h 10m
China Southern
Sun 7/612:50
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 4/5£546
Thu 1/1021:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop18h 10m
China Southern
Thu 22/1008:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 2/5£548
Tue 15/911:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Wed 7/1020:00
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 6/5£549
Thu 1/1011:10
LGW
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Thu 22/1020:00
SHA
-
LGW
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 2/5£549
Fri 13/1121:30
LHR
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SHA
1 stop16h 20m
China Southern
Fri 27/1109:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 4/5£550

Find flight deals from London to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 6 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£501

One-way from

£286

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£520
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 22/9-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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17/6
  • 17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 55m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 6 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 8/6

11:40-13:20

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/6

14:50-06:30

1 stop22h 40m

£616

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Fri 5/6

08:40-20:30

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/6

21:45-23:55

2 stops33h 10m

£616

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 6/7

11:40-10:20

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/7

20:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

£630

LondonShanghai

SEN - SHA

SENSHA

London Southend

Wed 3/6

16:50-18:20

2 stops18h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

21:45-16:40

2 stops25h 55m

£648

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 9/7

11:10-12:20

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/7

18:50-19:40

1 stop31h 50m

£659

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Tue 9/6

08:00-12:20

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 15/6

20:00-11:20

2 stops22h 20m

£662

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 18/5

18:05-13:20

2 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

18:20-13:35

2 stops50h 15m

£666

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 1/6

09:05-14:20

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/6

20:00-11:20

2 stops22h 20m

£668

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sat 4/7

18:10-18:25

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/7

16:50-06:30

1 stop20h 40m

£670

LondonShanghai

LTN - SHA

LTNSHA

London Luton

Thu 4/6

15:00-22:10

2 stops24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

19:45-21:45

2 stops33h 00m

£676

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £157). Flying from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £842). 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PEK) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 17% of one-stop itineraries from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Zhengzhou (CGO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £367.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.

How often are flights from London to Shanghai delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between London and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 6 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,China Eastern, andAir China from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
209 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Air China
7.3
Good
148 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
232 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,944 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in 17h. Fly via China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5720 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Hainan Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £168 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and China Southern, starting at £294 and £367 round-trip. Hainan Airlines is priced at 71% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £257 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from £268 and Air China from £322 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or London Stansted - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £157). Flying from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £842). 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 London to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 6 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£168Average£412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£294Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest£367Average£451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£387Average£446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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FinnairCheapest£398Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£442Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest£445Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£448Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£483Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£485Average£744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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