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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £265

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in January or May, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£416

One-way from

£265

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£470
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 35m total
  • London to Shanghai
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5/2
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£95 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 January 2026.

Mon 9/322:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop18h 45m
China Southern
Mon 23/306:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop19h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1£416
Sat 24/122:00
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop27h 15m
China Southern
Wed 11/209:20
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1£417
Wed 21/112:15
LHR
-
PVG
Nonstop12h 55m
British Airways
Wed 28/110:55
PVG
-
LHR
Nonstop15h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 14/1£417
Thu 22/121:30
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Mon 26/106:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop18h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 12/1£418
Sun 1/321:50
LHR
-
SHA
2 stops28h 15m
Tianjin Airlines
Sat 7/311:15
SHA
-
LHR
2 stops40h 25m
Tianjin Airlines
Deal found 13/1£418
Sun 1/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 8/322:05
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 14/1£418
Wed 18/321:10
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop33h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Thu 30/419:50
SHA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 13/1£419
Mon 23/321:10
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Thu 23/421:45
PVG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 13/1£419
Wed 4/319:45
LHR
-
SHA
1 stop19h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 8/309:00
SHA
-
LHR
2 stops40h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/1£420
Wed 4/319:45
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop30h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 8/311:35
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops38h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/1£420
Sat 17/121:00
LHR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 24/121:00
PVG
-
LHR
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£422
Thu 22/112:15
LHR
-
PVG
Nonstop12h 55m
British Airways
Fri 6/310:55
PVG
-
LHR
Nonstop15h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1£423

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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 14 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Shanghai that are best for you.

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London

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 14/3

21:10-16:25

1 stop35h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

21:10-16:25

1 stop35h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£418

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

12:00-13:20

1 stop18h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/5

20:00-07:05

1 stop18h 05m

£424

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

12:00-13:20

1 stop18h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/5

20:00-07:05

1 stop18h 05m

£424

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 24/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/5

16:40-20:00

1 stop34h 20m

£429

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 22/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£430

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 18/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

16:40-20:00

1 stop34h 20m

£430

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 17/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

£430

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/3

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£438

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

21:50-19:50

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£458

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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 9 January 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 £189). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £579). 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 14 January 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 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 14 January 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
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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
1,437 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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
133 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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
188 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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
137 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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
7,672 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

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 18h 20m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £424. 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 £266, 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 £350 and £364, respectively. These flights start at 53% 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 £240. Users have also found prices from £248 and £268 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 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 £189). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £579). 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£266Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£350Average£496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£364Average£399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£366Average£395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£374Average£497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£401Average£552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£407Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£448Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Gulf AirCheapest£451Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£453Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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