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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £272

LON — SHA
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in November or April, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from London to Shanghai

Wed 2/1209:50 -
1 stop17h 35m
Thu 24/1220:25 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 10/9£453
Fri 20/1121:30 -
1 stop33h 25m
Fri 27/1109:20 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 9/9£453
Wed 2/1209:50 -
1 stop16h 20m
Thu 24/1220:50 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 10/9£453
Sat 5/1220:55 -
1 stop28h 20m
Sat 19/1218:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 11/9£453
Fri 20/1121:30 -
1 stop29h 40m
Sun 29/1116:30 -
1 stop34h 05m
Deal found 10/9£454
Thu 1/1021:45 -
1 stop29h 20m
Wed 14/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 10/9£454
Mon 2/1108:50 -
1 stop16h 25m
Wed 2/1218:15 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 9/9£455
Tue 8/1220:20 -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 16/1220:25 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 11/9£456
Wed 30/914:45 -
1 stop36h 20m
Thu 8/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 11/9£456
Sun 20/921:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 30/908:35 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 9/9£457
Mon 12/1022:40 -
1 stop17h 10m
Tue 3/1108:20 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 9/9£457
Thu 1/1011:10 -
1 stop17h 10m
Sun 11/1015:50 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 10/9£458

Find flight deals from London to Shanghai

Round-trip from

£453

One-way from

£272

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£574
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/12-24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • London to Shanghai
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17/9-31/12
  • 17/9-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£74 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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LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 29/9

11:10-20:30

1 stop26h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£273

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

22:10-11:20

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£274

LondonShanghai

STN London Stansted - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STNSHA

London Stansted

Thu 12/11

06:05-18:20

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£276

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sat 28/11

09:50-12:15

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£277

LondonShanghai

STN London Stansted - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 21/9

05:55-19:00

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£277
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LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Sun 20/9

11:15-05:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£283

LondonShanghai

LGW London Gatwick - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

11:15-05:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£283

LondonShanghai

STN London Stansted - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STNSHA

London Stansted

Wed 28/10

06:05-19:05

2 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£288

LondonShanghai

LHR London Heathrow - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 21/9

22:05-22:35

1 stop17h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£295

LondonShanghai

STN London Stansted - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STNSHA

London Stansted

Mon 28/9

14:55-20:35

2 stops22h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£295

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 £513). Flying from London to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £788). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Shanghai as you normally would.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
London to Shanghai flights typically cost between £479 and £856 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £453 on China Southern (2 Dec–24 Dec).

How often are flights from London to Shanghai delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 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?

Monday 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, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 78 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China,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.
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
237 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
244 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,213 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from London to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from London to Shanghai can take about 16h 20m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £488. The distance from London to Shanghai is about 5726 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 £371, China Southern will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hainan Airlines and Air China - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £377 and £387, respectively. These flights start at 39% 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 Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £264. Users have also found prices from £266 and £266 on Air China and China Southern, 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 £513). Flying from London to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £788). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£371Average£508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£377Average£383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest£387Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£388Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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British AirwaysCheapest£455Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Gulf AirCheapest£463Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£483Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£489Average£797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£492Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest£534Average£540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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