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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £285

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in March or May, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£453

One-way from

£285

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£558
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/10-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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30/6
  • 30/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 25m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£92 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£16 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 13 June 2025.

Thu 2/1022:10LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Sat 11/1011:05PVG - LHR
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6£453
Thu 2/1022:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Sat 11/1008:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6£453
Tue 30/911:45LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1021:30PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£453
Thu 19/611:25LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mAir China
Tue 24/601:40PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 15mAir China
Deal found 12/6£454
Thu 26/612:35LGW - SHA
1 stop15h 20mAir China
Thu 24/718:30SHA - LGW
1 stop19h 05mAir China
Deal found 12/6£464
Thu 26/612:00LGW - PVG
1 stop17h 55mChina Southern
Thu 3/706:35PVG - LGW
1 stop31h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 12/6£466
Thu 26/612:00LGW - SHA
1 stop20h 25mChina Southern
Thu 3/716:50SHA - LGW
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 12/6£466
Wed 1/1011:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 20/1009:50PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6£472
Mon 13/1022:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1008:30SHA - LHR
2 stops42h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/6£473
Mon 13/1022:00LHR - PVG
2 stops38h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1016:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/6£473
Tue 17/606:00STN - PVG
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/621:00PVG - STN
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£479
Fri 13/622:05LHR - PVG
1 stop30h 35mGulf Air
Wed 18/615:55PVG - LHR
1 stop22h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 12/6£485

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

22:10-13:00

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/10

11:05-16:15

1 stop36h 10m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

11:45-09:25

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

21:30-10:30

1 stop20h 00m

£453

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/10

08:50-19:00

1 stop17h 10m

£453

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

11:15-05:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/10

01:40-06:55

Nonstop12h 15m

£456

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 26/6

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/7

18:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£464

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Thu 26/6

12:00-12:55

1 stop17h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/7

06:35-07:10

1 stop31h 35m

£466

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 26/6

12:00-15:25

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/7

16:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£466

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

11:35-05:55

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/10

09:50-15:10

Nonstop12h 20m

£472

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

22:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

08:30-19:30

2 stops42h 00m

£473

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

22:00-19:10

2 stops38h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

16:25-19:30

2 stops34h 05m

£473

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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 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 80 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from London 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 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 44% on flights from London to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Hainan Airlines and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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.

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

    Currently priced at £453, 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 Air China and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £456 and £472, respectively. These flights start at 18% 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 Gulf Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £287. Users have also found prices from £293 and £298 on China Southern and Hainan Airlines, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from London 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.

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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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£75Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapest£351Average£451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£357Average£448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£358Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air FranceCheapest£363Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£376Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£397Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£397Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest£402Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£436Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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