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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai, China from £239

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — SHA
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Wed 2/907:45
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/912:10
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£575
Mon 7/909:25
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/911:15
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£580
Tue 1/916:55
GLA
-
PVG
3 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/918:50
PVG
-
GLA
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£690
Sat 31/1013:25
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1112:40
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/7£707
Mon 30/1113:25
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Fri 4/1212:40
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/7£714
Fri 11/921:25
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/922:05
PVG
-
GLA
3 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£786
Tue 18/816:05
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/820:20
PVG
-
GLA
3 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8£801
Sat 31/1010:30
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1123:35
PVG
-
GLA
2 stops27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/7£831
Tue 18/807:05
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/818:50
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8£872
Fri 11/921:25
GLA
-
SHA
3 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/921:30
SHA
-
GLA
3 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£901
Sat 31/1013:35
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1113:35
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£1,272

Find flight deals from Glasgow to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£575

One-way from

£239
2/9-16/9
  • 2/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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2/9
  • 2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 15m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 1 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Mon 7/9

09:25-19:00

2 stops26h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/9

11:15-10:45

2 stops30h 30m

£580
Fastest return journey

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/11

13:25-14:00

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/12

12:40-22:10

1 stop17h 30m

£707

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

13:25-14:00

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

12:40-22:10

1 stop17h 30m

£708

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

10:30-21:45

2 stops27h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

23:35-19:25

2 stops27h 50m

£831

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Tue 18/8

07:05-11:20

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

18:50-10:55

2 stops23h 05m

£872

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Fri 11/9

21:25-12:50

3 stops32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 26/9

14:05-16:50

3 stops33h 45m

£879

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/11

11:35-14:40

2 stops19h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/12

23:35-20:25

2 stops28h 50m

£894

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Fri 11/9

07:25-10:55

2 stops20h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 26/9

20:15-15:30

2 stops26h 15m

£941

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

13:35-12:20

2 stops38h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/11

13:35-11:35

2 stops30h 00m

£1,272

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/11

17:45-11:45

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/12

13:10-09:35

2 stops28h 25m

£1,771

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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 1 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and China Eastern from Glasgow to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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

    China Eastern and Qatar Airways can get you from Glasgow to Shanghai in just under 16h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5641 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 Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip from £568. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is China Eastern.

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

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Top 5 airlines flying from Glasgow to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£436Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£446Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£568Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£571Average£803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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British AirwaysCheapest£603Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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