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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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£437

One-way from

£285

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£516
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/1-10/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • London to Shanghai
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1/12
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 30m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£107 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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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 26 November 2025.

Mon 24/1121:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Mon 1/1209:20SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11£439
Mon 1/1221:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Thu 4/1209:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£440
Mon 1/1221:00LHR - PVG
2 stops29h 30mHainan Airlines
Thu 4/1211:35PVG - LHR
2 stops38h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£440
Thu 4/1212:15LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 19/1210:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£448
Mon 24/1121:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Tue 2/1209:00SHA - LHR
1 stop39h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£450
Wed 31/1221:00LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 10mTianjin Airlines
Thu 15/121:00PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 40mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 24/11£453
Sun 7/1219:20LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£454
Thu 4/1209:30LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mGulf Air
Wed 10/1216:30PVG - LHR
1 stop30h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 25/11£457
Thu 4/1212:15LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1208:10PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£461
Sun 30/1117:15LHR - PVG
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1210:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£471
Sun 30/1121:15LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 7/1209:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/11£474
Mon 24/1121:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1210:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£474

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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

19:45-22:55

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

£441

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/3

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 11/2

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/2

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/2

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

21:50-10:15

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£457

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 15/1

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£472

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

21:50-19:50

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£472

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 23/1

09:00-08:40

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

11:40-21:40

1 stop18h 00m

£554

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

20:25-22:55

1 stop18h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/3

08:55-15:55

1 stop15h 00m

£565

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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 £370). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £596). 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 26 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.

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 138 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 3% 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 26 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
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
178 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
7.2
Good
126 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
7,539 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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, British Airways, and Tianjin Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in just under 12h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 30m. 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 (£288), China Southern (£305), and Gulf Air (£308).

  • 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 £370). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £596). 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£272Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£368Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£370Average£409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£375Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£377Average£524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£410Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£417Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Gulf AirCheapest£462Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£484Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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British AirwaysCheapest£485Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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