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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £262

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in November or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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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 5 March 2026.

Sat 25/422:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Wed 6/507:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 28/2£416
Fri 24/422:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/507:30
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2£417
Sun 19/422:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 9/516:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop34h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/2£419
Sat 23/522:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 31/521:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 1/3£419
Sat 4/422:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
China Southern
Thu 18/607:50
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 2/3£419
Mon 16/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Tue 19/516:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop34h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/3£420
Sat 18/421:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/520:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£420
Wed 22/421:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop14h 20m
China Southern
Wed 6/508:35
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 3/3£421
Mon 16/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 23/309:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/2£422
Sat 7/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Tue 24/320:40
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/2£422
Sat 7/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 13/319:10
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop32h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 28/2£422
Fri 13/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 29/319:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 1/3£423

Find 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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£416

One-way from

£262

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£555
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/4-6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 5 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 27/4

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£432

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£435

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 1/6

10:20-18:25

1 stop25h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

20:50-17:05

1 stop27h 15m

£521

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£522

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 27/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£522

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/6

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/6

19:50-19:50

1 stop31h 00m

£534

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 21/6

10:00-11:40

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/7

15:55-15:20

1 stop30h 25m

£622

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£632

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 4/6

21:20-15:40

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 13/6

12:55-18:40

Nonstop12h 45m

£714

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

19:30-08:40

2 stops53h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

11:40-16:40

2 stops37h 00m

£731

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 £371). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £587). 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 5 March 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

How often are flights from London to Shanghai delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between London and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

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 5 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, such as Finnair, China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
China Southern
7.4
Good
140 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,775 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights

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?

    Shenzhen Airlines, Finnair, and Gulf Air can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 20m. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai is about 5720 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?

    Shenzhen Airlines, at £305, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Hainan Airlines and China Southern. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 51% 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 China Southern (£261), China Eastern (£276), and Air China (£324).

  • 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 £371). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £587). 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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£305Average£445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£371Average£403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest£384Average£485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£404Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£410Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£415Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£455Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£455Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£489Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest£494Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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