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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.
LON — SHA
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£471

One-way from

£318

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£745
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 30/9-5/10
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 05m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/9
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£93 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£17 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 11 July 2025.

Tue 30/918:00LGW - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Sun 5/1010:45PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/7£471
Sun 12/1022:05LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 2/1119:15PVG - LHR
1 stop31h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/7£475
Sat 25/1018:10LHR - PVG
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1109:55PVG - LHR
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7£476
Mon 13/1012:00LGW - PVG
1 stop21h 30mChina Southern
Mon 20/1022:05PVG - LGW
1 stop27h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/7£478
Wed 24/911:15LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 30mAir China
Mon 6/1018:50PVG - LGW
1 stop18h 45mAir China
Deal found 10/7£478
Fri 5/922:00LHR - PVG
1 stop34h 20mHainan Airlines
Sun 14/923:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 9/7£478
Wed 10/922:00LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 55mHainan Airlines
Wed 24/908:30SHA - LHR
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 9/7£482
Wed 24/920:10LCY - PVG
1 stop30h 15mKLM
Mon 13/1011:15PVG - LCY
1 stop27h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/7£486
Mon 25/812:00LGW - SHA
1 stop27h 20mChina Southern
Sun 7/918:50SHA - LGW
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 10/7£486
Thu 28/821:00LHR - PVG
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Wed 10/921:55PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 9/7£486
Mon 13/1021:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Mon 20/1008:35SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/7£487
Wed 27/820:55LGW - SHA
1 stop14h 05mAir China
Sun 31/808:55SHA - LGW
1 stop17h 15mAir China
Deal found 10/7£489

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

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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

£471

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

£475

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

£476

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

£478

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

£478

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

£478

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

£482

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

£486

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

£486

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

£486

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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 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.6
Good
103 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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 £471, China Eastern will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £475 and £478, respectively. These flights start at 15% 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 China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £318. Users have also found prices from £318 and £322 on China Southern and Air China, 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 11 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest£75Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£358Average£488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest£358Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£362Average£447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£363Average£397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£396Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£397Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air ChinaCheapest£402Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£430Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest£443Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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