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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £253

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in May or November, booked 29 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 12 February 2026.

Mon 2/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop33h 55m
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 18/307:20
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/2£403
Sun 8/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 22/309:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/2£405
Mon 2/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/307:20
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2£405
Sat 7/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 14/309:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/2£406
Fri 6/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 16/307:20
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/2£406
Mon 20/412:35
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop14h 40m
Air China
Fri 1/501:40
PVG
-
LGW
Nonstop12h 20m
Air China
Deal found 9/2£406
Fri 6/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 16/309:05
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/2£406
Fri 6/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop36h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 14/307:20
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/2£406
Tue 21/412:35
LGW
-
PVG
1 stop14h 40m
Air China
Fri 1/501:40
PVG
-
LGW
Nonstop12h 20m
Air China
Deal found 9/2£407
Mon 2/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop33h 55m
Shenzhen Airlines
Mon 16/307:20
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/2£407
Wed 11/321:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/417:00
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2£408
Wed 13/522:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop17h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Wed 27/508:30
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 00m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 10/2£411

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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£403

One-way from

£253

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£555
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 2/3-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • London to Shanghai
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m 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 12 February 2026.
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LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 22/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/3

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 22/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£418

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/4

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£420

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 21/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/5

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£420

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 24/4

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/5

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£434

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Best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai

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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 6 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 29 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 £186). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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 12 February 2026.

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?

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 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?

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 9% 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 12 February 2026.
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
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,733 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 14h 25m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £420. 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 £167, Hainan Airlines will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to Hainan Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £262 and £363, respectively. These flights start at 71% 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 Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £236. Users have also found prices from £255 and £261 on China Southern 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 Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong 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 £186). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£167Average£393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£262Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£363Average£513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest£378Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£384Average£452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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FinnairCheapest£395Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£401Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£442Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Gulf AirCheapest£445Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£445Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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