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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £274

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in January or May, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Fri 26/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sun 25/121:50SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£552
Fri 26/1210:00LGW - PVG
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Mon 29/1222:25PVG - LGW
1 stop26h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£612
Thu 25/1209:30LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 25mGulf Air
Mon 29/1216:30PVG - LHR
1 stop22h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 17/12£635
Sun 21/1220:25LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 50mAir China
Sun 28/1221:10PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 40mAir China
Deal found 15/12£639
Mon 22/1217:40LHR - PVG
1 stop21h 40mAir China
Mon 29/1220:30PVG - LHR
1 stop31h 45mAir China
Deal found 17/12£641
Fri 26/1213:50LHR - SHA
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/107:35SHA - LHR
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£642
Fri 26/1217:05LCY - PVG
1 stop32h 20mKLM
Sun 25/111:25PVG - LCY
1 stop27h 50mKLM
Deal found 17/12£643
Fri 26/1221:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 25/109:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 17/12£647
Wed 24/1219:00LHR - PVG
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1210:10PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£655
Thu 25/1222:00LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Sat 17/120:25PVG - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 15/12£658
Fri 26/1221:50LHR - PVG
1 stop34h 10mGulf Air
Mon 29/1216:30PVG - LHR
1 stop22h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 17/12£662
Fri 26/1221:50LHR - PVG
2 stops28h 25mTianjin Airlines
Fri 2/108:50PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 50mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 17/12£670

Find flight deals from London to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£428

One-way from

£274

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£675
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 18 December 2025.
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London

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

STN - PVG

STNPVG

London Stansted

Tue 13/1

14:30-00:45

2 stops26h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

11:45-13:50

2 stops34h 05m

£432

LondonShanghai

LTN - PVG

LTNPVG

London Luton

Fri 16/1

20:50-10:00

2 stops29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

20:30-20:10

2 stops31h 40m

£440

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Sat 10/1

14:40-10:10

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 16/1

10:50-12:25

3 stops33h 35m

£459

LondonShanghai

STN - PVG

STNPVG

London Stansted

Mon 12/1

07:30-19:00

2 stops27h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/1

20:30-16:10

2 stops27h 40m

£460

LondonShanghai

LTN - PVG

LTNPVG

London Luton

Thu 12/3

20:50-10:30

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

20:30-20:10

2 stops31h 40m

£464

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/2

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£476

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Fri 5/6

12:35-22:35

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/6

01:40-07:00

Nonstop12h 20m

£482

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 16/5

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£484

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/2

09:15-14:00

Nonstop12h 45m

£485

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

12:35-13:50

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 19/5

19:45-06:35

1 stop17h 50m

£485

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Best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £190). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £583). 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 LON to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 18 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from London to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Shanghai?

How often are flights from London to Shanghai delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between London and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 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 evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 10% 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 18 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, China Southern, andChina Eastern from London to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
China Southern
7.5
Good
122 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air China
7.1
Good
129 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from London to Shanghai can take about 11h 35m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £485. The distance from London to Shanghai is about 5744 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at £267, Cathay Pacific will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Hainan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £352 and £363, respectively. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £223. Users have also found prices from £241 and £269 on Air China and China Eastern, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from London to Shanghai consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Shanghai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £190). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £583). 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 London to Shanghai

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Cathay PacificCheapest£267Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£352Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£363Average£400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£369Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£374Average£512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£403Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£410Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£451Average£588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Gulf AirCheapest£454Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£472Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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