Cheap flights from London to Shanghai
How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Shanghai?
Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 60 days in advance to save up to 43% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 60 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from London to Shanghai 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £506, or £624 for flights within the next 24 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai?
The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Shanghai from London average £465. You can even find prices in November for less than £465, as users have found deals to Shanghai from as low as £313. The month of August appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Shanghai from London. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 46%.
When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Shanghai (LON - SH)?
When flying from London to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Cheap flights from London to Shanghai in January, February 2022
The best prices found for LON to Shanghai flights in January, February
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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39h 20mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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19h 05mMultiple Airlines
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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54h 45mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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26h 05mMultiple Airlines
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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54h 50mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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32h 30mMultiple Airlines
London to Shanghai 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Shanghai from London found for this year
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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11h 10mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
Nonstop
11h 10mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
Nonstop
12h 45mVirgin Atlantic
London Heathrow
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
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19h 15mShanghai Hongqiao Intl
London Heathrow
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18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Direct flights to Shanghai from London
Save time with London to Shanghai direct flight deals
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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11h 20mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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12h 20mChina Eastern
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
Nonstop
11h 20mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
Nonstop
12h 20mChina Eastern
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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11h 20mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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12h 20mChina Eastern
Last-minute flights from London to Shanghai
Late deals on return flights to Shanghai from London, departing today and this week
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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48h 30mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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28h 15mMultiple Airlines
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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56h 10mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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29h 30mAir Canada
London Heathrow
Shanghai Pu Dong
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24h 40mShanghai Pu Dong
London Heathrow
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26h 55mMultiple Airlines
One-way flights to Shanghai from London
The cheapest one-way flights from London to Shanghai
London Stansted
Shanghai Pu Dong
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30h 45mMultiple Airlines
London Stansted
Shanghai Pu Dong
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30h 45mMultiple Airlines
London Stansted
Shanghai Pu Dong
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30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about London to Shanghai flights.
Which airlines flying from London to Shanghai have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from London to Shanghai that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and China Eastern. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from London to Shanghai for under £800 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Shanghai for under £800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £779, but on average you can expect to pay £896.
Are there direct flights from London to Shanghai for under £2,800 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 11 direct flights from London to Shanghai under £2,800. A good price for a direct flight from London to Shanghai is less than £4,072.
Are there last-minute flights available from London to Shanghai for under £1,500?
There are currently 18+ open flights from London to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than £1,500.
What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai?
The most popular flight routes from London to Shanghai are London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong and London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Shanghai?
The most popular airlines flying from London to Shanghai are Air France, Finnair and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
What are the cheapest flights from London to Shanghai?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £347. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for £874 on average our data indicates £1,150 when flying from London to Shanghai.
Flights to Shanghai from London
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Can I fly to Shanghai from London right now?
Most visitors from London will not be allowed to enter Shanghai.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from London must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Shanghai.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from London are not required to quarantine after entering Shanghai.
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Can I fly back to London from Shanghai?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Shanghai must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 2 days hours before departing to London.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Shanghai are not required to quarantine after entering London.