Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £318
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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 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 11 July 2025.
Round-trip from | £475 |
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One-way from | £318 |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | £751 |
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to ShanghaiExplore 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 11 July 2025.
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 11 July 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sun 12/10
22:05-10:20
1 stop29h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 2/11
19:15-19:10
1 stop31h 55m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sat 25/10
18:10-07:35
1 stop30h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 8/11
09:55-09:10
1 stop31h 15m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Fri 5/9
22:00-15:20
1 stop34h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 14/9
23:05-19:30
1 stop27h 25m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Wed 10/9
22:00-22:55
1 stop17h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 24/9
08:30-19:30
1 stop18h 00m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Thu 28/8
21:00-01:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 10/9
21:55-19:00
1 stop28h 05m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Mon 13/10
21:00-18:20
1 stop14h 20m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 20/10
08:35-18:05
1 stop16h 30m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 24/9
21:20-15:40
Nonstop11h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 6/10
12:55-18:40
Nonstop12h 45m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Wed 20/8
20:25-18:00
1 stop14h 35m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 26/8
12:25-20:30
1 stop15h 05m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Wed 15/10
22:05-10:35
1 stop29h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 28/10
17:40-19:10
1 stop33h 30m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sun 16/11
09:30-12:25
1 stop18h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 21/11
14:55-14:45
1 stop31h 50m
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 11 July 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.
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 11 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, such as Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Entertainment
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Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
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Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
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Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
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