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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai from £280

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai departing on 26/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
14h 25m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
15h 05m
1 stop
£499Air China
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Air China Logo
12:35 - 11:55
LGW
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SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
18:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
19h 05m
1 stop
£503Air China
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 18 May
Air China Logo
12:35 - 11:55
LGW
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SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
15h 05m
1 stop
£540Air China
Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:55
LGW
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SHA
15h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
21:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
16h 05m
1 stop
£543Air China
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May
Air China Logo
12:35 - 11:55
LGW
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SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
21:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
16h 05m
1 stop
£543Air China
Wed, 3 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
14h 25m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
15h 05m
1 stop
£544Air China
Tue, 2 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
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16:50 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
34h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 18:45
SHA
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LGW
29h 30m
2 stops
£563Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Tue, 19 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:10 - 11:10
LGW
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SHA
22h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 19:35
SHA
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LGW
33h 05m
2 stops
£569Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Thu, 7 May
Air China Logo
12:35 - 20:55
LGW
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SHA
25h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
15:25 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
22h 10m
1 stop
£581Air China
Mon, 18 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
14h 25m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:30 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
15h 05m
1 stop
£597Air China
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

Air China flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
2 Jun
LGW12:35London Gatwick
14h 25m
1 stop
SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
9 Jun
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 05m
1 stop
LGW06:35London Gatwick
£499
Air China
23 Apr
LGW12:35London Gatwick
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA11:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18 May
SHA18:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 05m
1 stop
LGW06:35London Gatwick
£503
Air China
3 Jun
LGW12:35London Gatwick
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA11:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10 Jun
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 05m
1 stop
LGW06:35London Gatwick
£540

China Southern flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best China Southern deals on London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
China Southern
11 Jun
LGW11:10London Gatwick
16h 10m
1 stop
SHA10:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24 Jun
SHA14:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
£601
China Southern
19 Jun
LGW11:00London Gatwick
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA10:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
12 Jul
SHA14:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
£640

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£499

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 23/4

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 18/5

18:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£503

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 3/6

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£540

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£543

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 3/6

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£543

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£544

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 12/5

16:50-10:00

3 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 19/5

20:15-18:45

2 stops29h 30m

£563

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sun 19/4

06:10-11:10

2 stops22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/5

17:30-19:35

2 stops33h 05m

£569

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 18/5

12:35-20:55

1 stop25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/6

15:25-06:35

1 stop22h 10m

£581

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£597

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £469. The month of September is another great option to travel to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with average flight prices from London Gatwick Airport averaging around £499.

When to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (LGW to SHA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

11h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 11h 00m
There are no direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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  • How far is London Gatwick to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    There are 5726.2 mi between London Gatwick and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. 11h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air ChinaPriceFrom £444Free CancellationRating
7.3
142 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £454Free CancellationRating
7.2
200 reviews
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