What is the cheapest airline that flies from Glasgow to Shanghai?

Finnair and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Glasgow to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Glasgow according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£268 Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Shanghai in 2026/27

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21:25 - 09:15GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 50m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 22:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

36h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

£613Multiple Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

15:50 - 09:15GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 25m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 22:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

£666Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec

21:00 - 06:05GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

22:00 - 22:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

32h 10m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£668Multiple Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

13:25 - 09:15GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Rome Fiumicino Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 22:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Rome Fiumicino

£683Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec

10:45 - 05:05GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Rome Fiumicino Athens Eleftherios V.

01:20 - 22:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

28h 50m3 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Rome Fiumicino Amsterdam Schiphol

£684Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

06:00 - 05:05GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

39h 05m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Brussels Bruxelles-National

01:50 - 20:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

26h 10m1 stop London Gatwick

£693Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

10:50 - 14:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:10 - 22:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

19h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£725China Eastern

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

16:00 - 21:50GLA Glasgow Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Beijing Daxing Intl

07:10 - 19:40SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

20h 30m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£742Multiple Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

05:40 - 16:05GLA Glasgow Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 25m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Frankfurt am Main Beijing Capital

20:55 - 18:15SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

29h 20m2 stops Beijing Capital Dublin

£750Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec

05:20 - 09:10GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

10:55 - 08:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

29h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

£756British Airways

Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

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09:50 - 22:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 10m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

19:30 - 09:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

21h 35m2 stops Beijing Capital Dublin

£627Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

19:25 - 07:50GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 25m2 stops London Stansted Helsinki-Vantaa

01:10 - 22:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

29h 05m1 stop Dublin

£692Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

09:50 - 22:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 10m3 stops Dublin Manchester Doha Hamad Intl

07:55 - 09:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

33h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Dublin

£693Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

08:55 - 09:10GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

10:55 - 22:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

19h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

£770British Airways

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

20:30 - 06:05GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 35m1 stop London Luton

02:25 - 07:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

37h 25m1 stop London Gatwick

£858Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

07:05 - 21:20GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 15m2 stops London Gatwick Zhengzhou

01:20 - 20:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 20m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. London Heathrow

£874Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

08:55 - 22:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 05m2 stops London Luton Chengdu Tianfu Intl

02:25 - 20:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

25h 35m1 stop London Gatwick

£878Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

13:25 - 19:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:10 - 08:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

29h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£901KLM

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

09:40 - 21:20GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 40m2 stops London Gatwick Zhengzhou

18:25 - 22:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 45m3 stops Wuhan London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol

£923Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

13:25 - 19:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:10 - 22:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

19h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£985Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

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25 Nov

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SHA11:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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41h 20m

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£2,288

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SHA17:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SHA12:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 50m

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GLA09:35Glasgow Intl

£6,788

British Airways flights from Glasgow to Shanghai

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21 Jan

GLA05:20Glasgow Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong

25 Jan

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 55m

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GLA08:50Glasgow Intl

£756

British Airways

21 Jan

GLA05:20Glasgow Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

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25 Jan

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29h 55m

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GLA08:50Glasgow Intl

£757

British Airways

21 Jan

GLA05:20Glasgow Intl

19h 50m

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25 Jan

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 55m

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GLA08:50Glasgow Intl

£759

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21:25-09:15

2 stops27h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/11

18:15-22:15

2 stops36h 00m

£613

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15:50-09:15

2 stops33h 25m

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18:15-22:00

2 stops35h 45m

£666

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GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sun 22/11

21:00-06:05

1 stop25h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/11

22:00-22:10

2 stops32h 10m

£668

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GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Sat 12/12

13:25-09:15

3 stops35h 50m

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18:15-22:05

2 stops35h 50m

£683

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Glasgow Intl

Sat 12/12

10:45-05:05

3 stops34h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/12

01:20-22:10

3 stops28h 50m

£684

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Sat 12/12

06:00-05:05

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/12

01:50-20:00

1 stop26h 10m

£693

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GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

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Sun 22/11

10:50-14:00

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/11

11:10-22:10

1 stop19h 00m

£725

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Glasgow Intl

Sun 22/11

16:00-21:50

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/11

07:10-19:40

2 stops20h 30m

£742

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Sat 12/12

05:40-16:05

3 stops26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 19/12

20:55-18:15

2 stops29h 20m

£750

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 21/1

05:20-09:10

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/1

10:55-08:50

1 stop29h 55m

£756

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Glasgow, with most prices found around £0. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Glasgow, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £573.

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Best price found	£268
Fastest flight time	17h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Glasgow in the past 72 hours is £268. The best return flight deal from Glasgow to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £613.

The fastest flight from Glasgow to Shanghai takes 17h 10m

There are no direct flights from Glasgow to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Glasgow to Shanghai.

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How far is Glasgow to Shanghai by plane?
The distance between Glasgow and Shanghai is about 5624.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 17h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai?
As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Glasgow to Shanghai

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Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £450	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 73 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 247 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £608	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,277 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £620	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,712 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £751	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,461 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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