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Cheap flights from England to Shanghai, China from £274

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from England to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from England to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Tue 27/1020:20 -
1 stop17h 00m
Tue 10/1106:55 -
1 stop31h 35m
Deal found 6/8£515
Sun 6/921:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Mon 14/908:35 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 7/8£515
Mon 14/920:20 -
1 stop14h 50m
Mon 12/1018:30 -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 6/8£515
Thu 3/922:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Sun 6/918:20 -
1 stop32h 00m
Deal found 7/8£515
Wed 2/911:00 -
1 stop19h 00m
Tue 15/918:20 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 6/8£516
Sun 20/912:35 -
1 stop15h 25m
Sat 3/1016:10 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 6/8£516
Sat 22/811:00 -
1 stop16h 20m
Tue 1/912:50 -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 7/8£516
Fri 4/922:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Fri 11/907:50 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 7/8£516
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop19h 20m
Sat 5/920:00 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 8/8£517
Mon 7/922:00 -
2 stops34h 20m
Tue 29/916:25 -
1 stop34h 05m
Deal found 6/8£517
Thu 13/821:00 -
1 stop18h 10m
Sun 16/819:45 -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 6/8£517
Fri 13/1107:30 -
1 stop16h 20m
Wed 18/1108:40 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 6/8£517

Find flight deals from England to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 8 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£515

One-way from

£274

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£868
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 27/10-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • England to Shanghai
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 55m total
  • England to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£70 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from England 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 8 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from England to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 28/8

11:00-10:20

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/9

08:50-19:40

1 stop17h 50m

£520

LondonShanghai

STN London Stansted - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STNSHA

London Stansted

Thu 24/9

06:55-18:55

2 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/10

20:25-21:30

2 stops32h 05m

£536

LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 26/9

08:40-09:25

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

10:30-21:25

1 stop17h 55m

£538

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 3/9

12:35-20:55

1 stop25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/9

18:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£545

LondonShanghai

LTN London Luton - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LTNPVG

London Luton

Sat 5/9

05:40-06:45

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/9

20:00-14:35

2 stops25h 35m

£548
Fastest return journey

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/12

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

£549

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 11/11

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

£549

LondonShanghai

LTN London Luton - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LTNPVG

London Luton

Wed 2/9

07:05-13:55

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

11:55-15:55

2 stops35h 00m

£551

LondonShanghai

LTN London Luton - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LTNSHA

London Luton

Sun 13/9

11:50-20:45

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/9

21:55-22:05

2 stops31h 10m

£554

LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

06:30-09:05

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/12

22:15-10:45

2 stops20h 30m

£563

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Best time to book a flight from England to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £505). Flying from England to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £768). 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 ENG to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from England 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 8 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from England to Shanghai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from England to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
England to Shanghai flights typically cost between £790 and £1,127 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £515 on China Southern (6 Sept–14 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from England to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from England to Shanghai is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from England to Shanghai. 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 England to Shanghai?

    Airlines like China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern fly from England to Shanghai in about 11h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 45m. England and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 5744 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from England to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £229. Users have also found prices from £256 and £261 on China Eastern and Hainan Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from England to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from England to Shanghai is London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £505). Flying from England to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £768). 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 England to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England to Shanghai. 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 8 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£252Average£694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest£369Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£372Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£389Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest£407Average£586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£409Average£538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£414Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£450Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£457Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£491Average£779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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