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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £296

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in October or November, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£453

One-way from

£296

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£606
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/10-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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2/9
  • 2/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 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 13 June 2025.

Thu 2/1022:10LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Sat 11/1011:05PVG - LHR
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6£453
Thu 2/1022:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Sat 11/1008:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6£453
Tue 30/911:45LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1021:30PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£453
Mon 13/1022:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1008:30SHA - LHR
2 stops42h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/6£473
Mon 13/1022:00LHR - PVG
2 stops38h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1016:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/6£473
Fri 13/622:05LHR - PVG
1 stop30h 35mGulf Air
Wed 18/615:55PVG - LHR
1 stop22h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 12/6£485
Thu 2/1012:10LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 11/1011:00PVG - LHR
Nonstop14h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/6£486
Fri 24/1022:05LHR - PVG
1 stop36h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 9/1118:25PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 12/6£496
Sat 18/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 26/1015:35SHA - LHR
1 stop35h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 12/6£497
Wed 10/1208:40LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Wed 17/1212:40PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 00mKLM
Deal found 11/6£507
Mon 13/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1011:30SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£511
Tue 24/622:40LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 10mAir China
Mon 30/613:20PVG - LHR
2 stops37h 55mAir China
Deal found 11/6£511

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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 13 June 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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Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

22:10-13:00

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/10

11:05-16:15

1 stop36h 10m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

11:45-09:25

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

21:30-10:30

1 stop20h 00m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/10

08:50-19:00

1 stop17h 10m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

22:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

08:30-19:30

2 stops42h 00m

£473

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

22:00-19:10

2 stops38h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

16:25-19:30

2 stops34h 05m

£473

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

12:10-07:55

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/10

11:00-18:30

Nonstop14h 30m

£486

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 24/10

22:05-17:55

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/11

18:25-19:10

1 stop32h 45m

£496

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 22/10

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 21/11

17:40-19:10

1 stop33h 30m

£497

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 3/7

10:00-11:40

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/7

15:55-15:20

1 stop30h 25m

£497

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 10/12

08:40-10:50

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/12

12:40-07:40

1 stop27h 00m

£507

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines, KLM and Thai Airways from London to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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.

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

    China Southern, at £453, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Hainan Airlines and British Airways. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 23% 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 Hainan Airlines (£298), China Southern (£299), and Gulf Air (£300).

  • 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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

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Cathay PacificCheapest£75Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£357Average£448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£358Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£363Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£365Average£463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£376Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£397Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£397Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest£402Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£436Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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