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Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from £279

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — SHA
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow Intl to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow Intl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Wed 26/807:45
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/911:15
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7£600
Thu 27/806:30
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/912:10
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7£676
Fri 21/807:25
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/811:15
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£677
Sat 31/1010:45
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop19h 15m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1112:40
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7£708
Tue 28/721:25
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/800:40
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7£795
Mon 23/1113:25
GLA
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Fri 27/1112:40
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7£824
Sat 31/1010:30
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1123:35
PVG
-
GLA
2 stops27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7£838
Sat 31/1010:45
GLA
-
PVG
2 stops24h 20m
KLM
Sun 15/1111:05
PVG
-
GLA
1 stop19h 05m
KLM
Deal found 14/7£877
Tue 28/708:20
GLA
-
SHA
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/820:00
SHA
-
GLA
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7£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 15/7£1,274

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Round-trip from

£600

One-way from

£279
26/8-2/9
  • 26/8-2/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 40m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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28/9
  • 28/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 26/8

07:45-17:45

2 stops27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/9

11:15-14:55

2 stops34h 40m

£600

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Thu 27/8

06:30-12:20

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/9

12:10-15:25

2 stops34h 15m

£676

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Fri 21/8

07:25-17:45

2 stops27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/8

11:15-13:10

2 stops32h 55m

£677

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

10:45-14:00

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

12:40-08:30

1 stop27h 50m

£708
Fastest return journey

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 23/11

13:25-14:00

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/11

12:40-22:10

1 stop17h 30m

£710

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

£838

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/10

10:45-19:05

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

11:05-22:10

1 stop19h 05m

£877

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Tue 28/7

08:20-10:00

2 stops18h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/8

20:00-09:55

2 stops20h 55m

£901

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sun 22/11

09:20-18:55

2 stops25h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

21:00-22:40

2 stops33h 40m

£906

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

£1,274

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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 16 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM and China Eastern from Glasgow Intl Airport 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
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews
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Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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 Intl 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 Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Glasgow Intl Airport to Shanghai in 19h 15m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance between Glasgow Intl Airport and Shanghai is about 5641 mi.

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

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at £566. Another option worth looking into is China Eastern, starting at £606 return.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow Intl 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Glasgow Intl to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow Intl 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£566Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£606Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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