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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £269

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 17 May 2025.

Round-trip from

£441

One-way from

£269

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£484
4/6-11/6
  • 4/6-11/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£79 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 May 2025.

Wed 4/619:25LTN - SHA
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/616:50SHA - LTN
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£441
Fri 26/922:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Sun 26/1008:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£445
Tue 3/608:55LGW - SHA
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/608:20SHA - LGW
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£448
Wed 4/622:00LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 55mHainan Airlines
Wed 11/608:30SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£448
Thu 29/506:00STN - SHA
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/615:50SHA - STN
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£454
Sat 4/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 19/1019:50SHA - LHR
1 stop31h 00mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 16/5£461
Fri 19/912:25LGW - SHA
1 stop15h 55mChina Southern
Sun 19/1018:50SHA - LGW
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£488
Wed 11/622:40LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mAir China
Fri 18/708:55SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 16/5£502
Tue 3/612:35LGW - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Tue 10/619:25SHA - LGW
1 stop18h 10mAir China
Deal found 16/5£512
Wed 11/609:55LHR - SHA
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/608:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£533
Fri 6/622:15LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/622:30SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5£564
Fri 30/517:10LCY - SHA
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/608:35SHA - LCY
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£659

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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 17 May 2025.
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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London

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Hongqiao Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LTN - SHA

LTNSHA

London Luton

Wed 4/6

19:25-13:20

2 stops34h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/6

16:50-15:45

2 stops29h 55m

£441

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 26/9

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/10

08:50-19:15

1 stop17h 25m

£445

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 3/6

08:55-19:15

2 stops27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

08:20-08:15

2 stops30h 55m

£448

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 4/6

22:00-22:55

1 stop17h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/6

08:30-19:30

1 stop18h 00m

£448

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Thu 29/5

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/6

15:50-11:25

2 stops26h 35m

£454

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 4/10

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

19:50-19:50

1 stop31h 00m

£461

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 19/9

12:25-11:20

1 stop15h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

18:50-06:50

1 stop19h 00m

£488

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 11/6

22:40-22:40

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/7

08:55-20:30

1 stop18h 35m

£502

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 3/6

12:35-13:50

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

19:25-06:35

1 stop18h 10m

£512

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 11/6

09:55-11:20

2 stops18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/6

08:50-19:00

1 stop17h 10m

£533

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Best time to book a flight from London to Hongqiao Intl

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

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 86 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London 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 LON to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 17 May 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Hongqiao Intl by month

Plan your trip to Hongqiao Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Hongqiao Intl by month

Plan your trip to Hongqiao Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 17 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, ANA and Hainan Airlines from London to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
871 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
865 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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  • 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 China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £445 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Hainan Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines, starting at £448 and £461 round-trip. China Southern is priced at 18% 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 £296 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Tianjin Airlines from £343 and Hainan Airlines from £368 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London 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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Cathay PacificCheapest£77Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapest£359Average£452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£365Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£370Average£447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£371Average£406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£405Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£405Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£413Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£427Average£529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£446Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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