Cheap flights from London to Shanghai, China from £318
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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 11 July 2025.
Round-trip from | £471 |
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One-way from | £318 |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | £745 |
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Cheapest flights from London to ShanghaiExplore 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 11 July 2025.
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 11 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
LondonShanghai
LGW - PVG
LGWPVG
London Gatwick
Tue 30/9
18:00-11:50
Nonstop10h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 5/10
10:45-16:00
Nonstop12h 15m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sun 12/10
22:05-10:20
1 stop29h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 2/11
19:15-19:10
1 stop31h 55m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sat 25/10
18:10-07:35
1 stop30h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 8/11
09:55-09:10
1 stop31h 15m
LondonShanghai
LGW - PVG
LGWPVG
London Gatwick
Mon 13/10
12:00-16:30
1 stop21h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 20/10
22:05-18:30
1 stop27h 25m
LondonShanghai
LGW - PVG
LGWPVG
London Gatwick
Wed 24/9
11:15-05:45
Nonstop11h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 6/10
18:50-06:35
1 stop18h 45m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Fri 5/9
22:00-15:20
1 stop34h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 14/9
23:05-19:30
1 stop27h 25m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Wed 10/9
22:00-22:55
1 stop17h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 24/9
08:30-19:30
1 stop18h 00m
LondonShanghai
LCY - PVG
LCYPVG
London City
Wed 24/9
20:10-09:25
1 stop30h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 13/10
11:15-07:15
1 stop27h 00m
LondonShanghai
LGW - SHA
LGWSHA
London Gatwick
Mon 25/8
12:00-22:20
1 stop27h 20m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 7/9
18:50-06:50
1 stop19h 00m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Thu 28/8
21:00-01:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 10/9
21:55-19:00
1 stop28h 05m
Best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from London with our price prediction graph.
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 27 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 11 July 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Shanghai?
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 11 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Emirates, andKLM 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.
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Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
Crew
Food
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Mar 2025
CAN - PEK
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