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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Shanghai, China from £322

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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — SHA
19 Dec — 26 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 November 2025.

Sat 22/1120:00BHX - PVG
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1111:45PVG - BHX
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£531
Wed 19/1106:15BHX - PVG
1 stop19h 10mKLM
Wed 3/1211:25PVG - BHX
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Deal found 18/11£546
Mon 1/1207:00BHX - SHA
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1207:10SHA - BHX
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£553
Wed 19/1106:00BHX - PVG
1 stop29h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 2/1200:15PVG - BHX
1 stop17h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/11£563
Wed 19/1106:00BHX - PVG
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1211:25PVG - BHX
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11£564
Thu 11/1218:50BHX - PVG
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1213:45PVG - BHX
2 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£578
Sat 22/1107:25BHX - SHA
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1220:10SHA - BHX
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11£680
Sat 22/1105:45BHX - SHA
3 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1107:40SHA - BHX
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£693
Wed 19/1112:10BHX - SHA
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:50SHA - BHX
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£705
Sun 14/1214:10BHX - SHA
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1220:50SHA - BHX
3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11£733

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 19 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£541

One-way from

£322

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£487
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  • 4/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Birmingham to Shanghai
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14/2
  • 14/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Birmingham to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Shanghai 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 19 November 2025.
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BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Mon 1/12

07:00-12:40

2 stops21h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/12

07:10-08:15

3 stops33h 05m

£553

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 8/3

18:50-08:40

1 stop29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

11:40-17:55

1 stop38h 15m

£576

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Mon 4/5

10:50-17:00

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 18/5

20:25-09:50

2 stops20h 25m

£620

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 8/3

13:20-10:05

1 stop36h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/3

00:10-10:00

1 stop17h 50m

£622

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Wed 1/4

10:50-15:05

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/4

23:50-09:50

1 stop17h 00m

£633

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Tue 12/5

08:35-07:35

1 stop16h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 26/5

23:50-17:10

2 stops24h 20m

£640

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Wed 1/4

10:50-17:00

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/4

21:30-09:50

2 stops19h 20m

£651

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - SHA

BHXSHA

Birmingham

Sun 14/12

14:10-23:50

3 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/12

20:50-15:30

3 stops26h 40m

£733

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sun 8/3

13:30-19:15

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

22:15-12:50

2 stops22h 35m

£796

BirminghamShanghai

BHX - PVG

BHXPVG

Birmingham

Sat 2/5

14:35-22:20

1 stop24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/5

07:15-19:40

1 stop19h 25m

£883

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai (average of £323). Flying from Birmingham to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £531). 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 BHX to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 November 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Birmingham to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 19 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, andChina Eastern from Birmingham to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,493 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,576 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Shanghai?

    For a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Birmingham is the only Birmingham airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 4 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Birmingham on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Shanghai?

    Departing from Birmingham to Shanghai will take you 29h 50m. The distance between Birmingham and Shanghai is about 5731 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 Birmingham to Shanghai round-trip?

    According to our current data, KLM (£418), Air France (£454), and China Eastern (£484) offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham to Shanghai. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Shanghai 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 Birmingham to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai (average of £323). Flying from Birmingham to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £531). 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 4 airlines flying from Birmingham to Shanghai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£418Average£510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£454Average£521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest£484Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LufthansaCheapest£527Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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