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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £285

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£434

One-way from

£285

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£523
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/11-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Tianjin Airlines
  • Tianjin Airlines
  • 25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£106 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 November 2025.

Tue 25/1108:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Mon 1/1211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/11£434
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Mon 24/1119:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 10/11£434
Thu 13/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Mon 24/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 10/11£434
Mon 24/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 30/1120:50SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11£438
Fri 14/1122:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Sat 22/1108:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11£438
Sun 7/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Sun 14/1206:55PVG - LHR
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11£440
Fri 5/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Mon 29/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11£441
Sun 16/1121:15LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 23/1109:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 9/11£441
Sun 7/1222:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Sun 14/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11£444
Mon 1/1221:00LHR - PVG
2 stops29h 30mHainan Airlines
Sun 7/1211:35PVG - LHR
2 stops38h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/11£444
Sun 16/1121:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 22/1109:05SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 9/11£447
Tue 25/1122:00LHR - SHA
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Wed 3/1208:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11£447

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 11 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/12

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

£444

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/12

17:40-19:10

1 stop33h 30m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£468

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/2

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£483

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£494

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £369). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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 LHR to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 11 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

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 11 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, such as KLM, China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,410 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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 Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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
175 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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 China
7.1
Good
122 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,511 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

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 Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in just under 12h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 29h. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai is about 5738 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 London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at £272, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include KLM and Hainan Airlines. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai are Tianjin Airlines (£285), China Southern (£293), and Shenzhen Airlines (£306).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £369). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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 Heathrow to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 11 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£272Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£367Average£489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£369Average£409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£375Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£376Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£410Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£416Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£461Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£483Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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British AirwaysCheapest£485Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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