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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £273

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in November or September, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday 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 17 April 2026.

Mon 1/622:05
LHR
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PVG
1 stop29h 45m
Gulf Air
Mon 8/615:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/4£469
Sun 7/610:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Gulf Air
Mon 22/615:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 13/4£470
Wed 13/522:05
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 45m
Gulf Air
Sun 24/515:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/4£471
Tue 16/610:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 50m
Gulf Air
Mon 29/615:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/4£475
Thu 18/609:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
KLM
Sun 21/611:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 25m
KLM
Deal found 12/4£476
Thu 11/619:45
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/611:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£478
Thu 18/609:45
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Air India
Tue 23/622:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop20h 30m
Air India
Deal found 15/4£478
Sun 28/610:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Gulf Air
Fri 24/715:55
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop22h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 15/4£480
Mon 15/609:45
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Air India
Tue 23/622:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop20h 30m
Air India
Deal found 15/4£483
Fri 5/622:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 18/709:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/4£484
Thu 4/609:55
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
KLM
Tue 14/711:15
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop27h 25m
KLM
Deal found 13/4£485
Sat 6/622:05
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop16h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 18/709:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/4£494

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£469

One-way from

£273

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£704
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 30/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£19 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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 11/6

10:00-10:50

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/6

15:55-15:20

1 stop30h 25m

£535

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 10/10

22:05-09:55

1 stop28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

15:55-15:20

1 stop30h 25m

£581

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 19/6

08:40-09:25

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/7

11:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

£662
Fastest return journey

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 28/4

12:05-07:55

Nonstop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

11:00-18:45

Nonstop14h 45m

£676

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 26/5

12:05-07:55

Nonstop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 26/6

11:00-18:45

Nonstop14h 45m

£702

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

12:05-07:55

Nonstop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/5

11:00-18:45

Nonstop14h 45m

£708

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 24/7

22:05-09:55

1 stop28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/8

15:55-06:55

1 stop22h 00m

£729

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

14:45-13:15

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/6

13:15-18:40

Nonstop12h 25m

£737

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 12/10

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/10

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£738

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/10

22:05-10:30

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/10

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£738

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Shanghai

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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 10 April 2026.

Booking 51 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £196). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £469). 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 17 April 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 8% of weekly flights between London and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 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 5% 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 17 April 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
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

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
149 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
China Eastern
7.3
Good
207 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Air China
7.3
Good
146 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

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
7,893 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,389 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

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?

    Gulf Air, KLM, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in just under 12h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h. 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?

    Hainan Airlines, at £365, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and Shenzhen Airlines. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 43% 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 Air China (£266), China Southern (£266), and China Eastern (£274).

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £196). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £469). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£365Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest£367Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£387Average£445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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FinnairCheapest£399Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£405Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£410Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£440Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Gulf AirCheapest£448Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£488Average£728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest£492Average£654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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