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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China

LHR — SHA
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in November or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£459

One-way from

£284

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£904
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 1/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£88 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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 PVG?

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 August 2025.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at midday.

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 Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, such as Finnair, China Southern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(
China Eastern
7.2
Good
162 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,309 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,May 2025

LHR - MIA

Difficult to say what I liked, cabin crew very miserable, looked like they were sick of the job and it was their 50th flight if the day, long wait between drinks and food was somewhat very budget. We did travel in economy but with such a long flight you'd expect this type of service with Ryanair for a two/three hour flight to benidorm, not 8 hours over the Altantic.. entertainment was limited with films and difficult to hear even with headphones on. I think the pilot spoke once and I couldn't hear him over the noise in the cabin. I'd say to say you get what you pay for but my opinion I've flown with a much better airlines. Sorry...you dud ask :(

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Shenzhen Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in just under 29h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai is about 5720 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at £76, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Hainan Airlines and KLM. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 87% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Consider China Eastern (89%), China Southern (80%) or Iberia (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai is generally £2,664, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £288. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay £391 for that flight.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£76Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£360Average£414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£365Average£439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£365Average£556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air FranceCheapest£365Average£394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£371Average£460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£400Average£508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£409Average£593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£435Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£450Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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