Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, KLM and Hainan 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 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

British Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Glasgow to Shanghai

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 September 2026, there are 2 operators 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.

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06:40 - 08:25GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 45m2 stops London Gatwick Paris Charles de Gaulle

21:30 - 16:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle London Gatwick

£496Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

07:00 - 13:20GLA Glasgow Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 20m2 stops London Gatwick Guangzhou Baiyun

18:50 - 10:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

22h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Gatwick

£522Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

05:40 - 09:10GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:10 - 19:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£581KLM

Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

06:35 - 09:10GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

10:55 - 20:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

£587British Airways

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

06:40 - 08:25GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 45m2 stops London Gatwick Paris Charles de Gaulle

21:30 - 23:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

32h 40m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol

£593Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

06:40 - 14:20GLA Glasgow Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 40m2 stops London Gatwick Guangzhou Baiyun

19:00 - 15:40SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 40m2 stops Beijing Capital Dublin

£596Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

17:15 - 19:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:10 - 19:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£611KLM

Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

17:15 - 19:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

19h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£614KLM

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

15:05 - 21:35GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Guangzhou Baiyun

20:25 - 10:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

22h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun London Gatwick

£616Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

13:30 - 18:00GLA Glasgow Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:15 - 16:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£624Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

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KLM flights from Glasgow to Shanghai

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KLM

18 Jan

GLA05:40Glasgow Intl

19h 30m

1 stop

PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong

2 Feb

PVG11:10Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 45m

1 stop

GLA19:55Glasgow Intl

£581

KLM

18 Jan

GLA17:15Glasgow Intl

17h 45m

2 stops

PVG19:00Shanghai Pu Dong

2 Feb

PVG11:10Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 45m

1 stop

GLA19:55Glasgow Intl

£611

KLM

12 Nov

GLA17:15Glasgow Intl

17h 45m

2 stops

PVG19:00Shanghai Pu Dong

19 Nov

PVG11:10Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 00m

1 stop

GLA22:10Glasgow Intl

£614

British Airways flights from Glasgow to Shanghai

Our best British Airways deals on Glasgow to Shanghai flight tickets

British Airways

12 Nov

GLA06:35Glasgow Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong

19 Nov

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 35m

1 stop

GLA20:30Glasgow Intl

£587

British Airways

31 Oct

GLA18:50Glasgow Intl

30h 20m

1 stop

PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong

15 Nov

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 35m

1 stop

GLA20:30Glasgow Intl

£645

British Airways

31 Oct

GLA09:25Glasgow Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong

15 Nov

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 30m

1 stop

GLA22:25Glasgow Intl

£646

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GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Mon 28/9

06:40-08:25

2 stops18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

21:30-16:35

2 stops26h 05m

£496

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Thu 1/10

07:00-13:20

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/10

18:50-10:35

2 stops22h 45m

£522

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 18/1

05:40-09:10

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/2

11:10-19:55

1 stop16h 45m

£581

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/11

06:35-09:10

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

10:55-20:30

1 stop17h 35m

£587

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 28/9

06:40-08:25

2 stops18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

21:30-23:10

3 stops32h 40m

£593

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Mon 28/9

06:40-14:20

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

19:00-15:40

2 stops27h 40m

£596

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GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 18/1

17:15-19:00

2 stops17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/2

11:10-19:55

1 stop16h 45m

£611

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/11

17:15-19:00

2 stops17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

11:10-22:10

1 stop19h 00m

£614

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/11

15:05-21:35

2 stops22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

20:25-10:55

2 stops22h 30m

£616

GlasgowShanghai

GLA Glasgow Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Mon 28/9

13:30-18:00

2 stops21h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

11:15-16:10

1 stop35h 55m

£624

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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 June to fly from Glasgow, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £618.

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Best price found	£253
Fastest flight time	19h 30m
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The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Glasgow in the past 72 hours is £253. The best return flight deal from Glasgow to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £496.

The fastest flight from Glasgow to Shanghai takes 19h 30m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Glasgow to Shanghai

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 19h 30m.
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 September 2026, there are 2 operators 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £444	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 70 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £600	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,210 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,573 reviews	Search KLM flights

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