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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai, China from £253

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — SHA
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
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 29 January 2026.

Wed 11/307:00
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/311:35
PVG
-
GLA
2 stops54h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£473
Wed 11/311:40
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/308:10
PVG
-
GLA
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£505
Tue 17/320:40
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/319:35
PVG
-
GLA
2 stops54h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£542
Wed 11/307:00
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/309:20
SHA
-
GLA
3 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£549
Wed 11/307:00
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/309:20
SHA
-
GLA
3 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£551
Sat 14/309:35
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/307:45
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£582
Tue 17/306:00
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop20h 05m
Lufthansa
Tue 31/323:50
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop23h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/1£584
Wed 11/313:25
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 24/311:25
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop18h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/1£586
Sun 8/310:20
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/307:45
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£594
Wed 11/312:50
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop37h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 24/312:00
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop32h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/1£597
Wed 11/309:05
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops27h 35m
XiamenAir
Tue 24/314:10
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops40h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 27/1£655
Tue 17/312:45
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/311:30
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£702

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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£473

One-way from

£253
11/3-24/3
  • 11/3-24/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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18/3
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 05m 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 29 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Glasgow to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Glasgow

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

11:40-16:20

2 stops20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/3

08:10-22:30

2 stops22h 20m

£505

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

07:00-22:55

2 stops31h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

09:20-07:55

3 stops30h 35m

£549

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

07:00-06:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

02:25-18:45

1 stop24h 20m

£554

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Sat 14/3

09:35-22:10

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/3

07:45-22:30

2 stops22h 45m

£582

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Tue 17/3

06:00-10:05

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

23:50-16:45

1 stop23h 55m

£584

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Sun 8/3

10:20-10:25

2 stops40h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

07:45-22:30

2 stops22h 45m

£594

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

12:50-10:05

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/3

12:00-12:05

1 stop32h 05m

£597

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

11:40-22:10

2 stops26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/3

07:45-20:25

2 stops20h 40m

£600

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

09:05-20:40

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/3

14:10-22:10

2 stops40h 00m

£655

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Tue 17/3

12:45-16:05

2 stops19h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 31/3

11:30-23:10

2 stops18h 40m

£702

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai (average of £395). Flying from Glasgow to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £708). 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.

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 29 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and Lufthansa 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
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,754 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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?

    XiamenAir can get you from Glasgow to Shanghai in just under 27h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 5625 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip from £458. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Lufthansa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai (average of £395). Flying from Glasgow to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £708). 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 6 airlines flying from Glasgow to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£425Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£435Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£458Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£465Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China EasternCheapest£487Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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British AirwaysCheapest£588Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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