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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Shanghai, China from £266

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SHA
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sheffield to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£388

One-way from

£266

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£517
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/10-17/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Sheffield to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 8/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • Sheffield to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sheffield to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sheffield to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Mon 13/1012:15MAN - SHA
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Fri 17/1019:00SHA - MAN
1 stop18h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£388
Mon 13/1012:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Fri 17/1011:15PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£388
Tue 14/1012:15MAN - SHA
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Sat 18/1020:15SHA - MAN
1 stop17h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£397
Tue 14/1012:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Sat 18/1011:15PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£397
Sat 27/912:15MAN - SHA
1 stop22h 25mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1011:15SHA - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/9£398
Sat 27/912:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1011:15PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/9£398
Fri 17/1012:15MAN - SHA
1 stop23h 45mHainan Airlines
Wed 5/1111:40SHA - MAN
1 stop26h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/9£425
Fri 17/1012:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Wed 5/1106:55PVG - MAN
1 stop30h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/9£425
Tue 14/1012:15MAN - SHA
1 stop22h 25mHainan Airlines
Fri 17/1019:00SHA - MAN
1 stop18h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£429
Tue 14/1012:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Fri 17/1011:15PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£429
Sat 4/1012:15MAN - SHA
1 stop23h 45mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1020:15SHA - MAN
1 stop17h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£433
Sat 4/1012:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 19/1011:15PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 10/9£433

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sheffield to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Sheffield

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Wed 15/10

12:15-10:00

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 29/10

19:35-05:50

1 stop18h 15m

£397

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Sat 4/10

12:15-19:00

1 stop23h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

20:15-06:45

1 stop17h 30m

£433

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Mon 6/10

12:15-17:40

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 13/10

08:20-06:45

1 stop29h 25m

£512

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Mon 5/1

11:15-18:00

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/2

10:45-05:50

1 stop27h 05m

£515

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 5/1

11:15-13:20

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/2

06:55-05:50

1 stop30h 55m

£515

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Wed 1/10

20:10-15:25

2 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 20/10

20:15-06:45

1 stop17h 30m

£535

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sat 14/2

13:40-09:25

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

11:25-10:10

1 stop30h 45m

£551

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Fri 17/10

10:55-05:05

Nonstop11h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

01:55-06:40

Nonstop12h 45m

£560

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Thu 12/2

09:10-08:40

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/3

11:40-08:20

1 stop28h 40m

£562

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Thu 12/2

09:10-08:40

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

11:40-17:55

1 stop38h 15m

£562

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Best time to book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sheffield to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sheffield to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from Sheffield 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 SH9 to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sheffield 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 12 September 2025.

When flying from Sheffield 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sheffield to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 15 September 2024.

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

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 12 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Finnair, andChina Eastern from Sheffield to Shanghai. 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
45 reviews
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Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.0

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
45 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
45 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.0

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
45 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.0

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 Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
45 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.0

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
45 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Sheffield to Shanghai?

    Departing from Sheffield to Shanghai will take you 11h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5704 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sheffield to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Shanghai (average of £572). Flying from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sheffield 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£328Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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FinnairCheapest£375Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£414Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£426Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£441Average£506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest£470Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£479Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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LufthansaCheapest£491Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£499Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£500Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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