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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai from £270

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 Heathrow Airport to Shanghai departing on 21/1. 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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Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 22:10
LHR
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SHA
17h 00m
1 stop
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
20:40 - 19:10
SHA
-
LHR
30h 30m
1 stop
£417Shenzhen Airlines
Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 16:20
LHR
-
PVG
15h 05m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
18:05 - 14:00
PVG
-
LHR
27h 55m
1 stop
£417China Southern
Wed, 4 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 22:10
LHR
-
SHA
17h 00m
1 stop
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
09:05 - 19:10
SHA
-
LHR
18h 05m
1 stop
£418Shenzhen Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 16:15
LHR
-
PVG
15h 00m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
20:25 - 17:00
PVG
-
LHR
28h 35m
1 stop
£418China Southern
Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 21:50
LHR
-
SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
09:20 - 17:55
SHA
-
LHR
16h 35m
1 stop
£418China Southern
Thu, 5 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 10:30
LHR
-
PVG
30h 45m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:35 - 17:55
PVG
-
LHR
38h 20m
2 stops
£421Hainan Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:50 - 12:00
LHR
-
PVG
30h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:55 - 19:40
PVG
-
LHR
32h 45m
1 stop
£425Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
British Airways Logo
12:15 - 09:10
LHR
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PVG
12h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
10:55 - 18:00
PVG
-
LHR
15h 05mdirect
£426British Airways
Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 10:30
LHR
-
PVG
29h 30m
2 stops
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 17:55
PVG
-
LHR
28h 55m
1 stop
£427Hainan Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Tianjin Airlines Logo
21:50 - 10:05
LHR
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SHA
28h 15m
2 stops
Tianjin Airlines Logo
11:15 - 19:40
SHA
-
LHR
40h 25m
2 stops
£439Tianjin Airlines
Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

Shenzhen Airlines flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

Our best Shenzhen Airlines deals on London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Shenzhen Airlines
1 Mar
LHR21:10London Heathrow
17h 00m
1 stop
SHA22:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8 Mar
SHA20:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 30m
1 stop
LHR19:10London Heathrow
£417
Shenzhen Airlines
7 Mar
LHR21:10London Heathrow
17h 00m
1 stop
SHA22:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18 Mar
SHA09:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
LHR19:10London Heathrow
£418
Shenzhen Airlines
9 Mar
LHR21:10London Heathrow
30h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16 Mar
SHA09:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
LHR19:10London Heathrow
£419

Tianjin Airlines flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

Our best Tianjin Airlines deals on London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Tianjin Airlines
8 Mar
LHR21:50London Heathrow
28h 15m
2 stops
SHA10:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Mar
SHA11:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 25m
2 stops
LHR19:40London Heathrow
£439
Tianjin Airlines
15 Mar
LHR21:50London Heathrow
28h 15m
2 stops
SHA10:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21 Mar
SHA11:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 25m
2 stops
LHR19:40London Heathrow
£440
Tianjin Airlines
23 Jan
LHR21:50London Heathrow
28h 25m
2 stops
PVG10:15Shanghai Pu Dong
6 Feb
PVG08:50Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 50m
1 stop
LHR19:40London Heathrow
£460

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LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

17:15-16:20

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/3

18:05-14:00

1 stop27h 55m

£417

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

21:10-22:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/3

09:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

17:15-16:15

1 stop15h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/3

20:25-17:00

1 stop28h 35m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 5/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/3

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

£418

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

19:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/3

11:35-17:55

2 stops38h 20m

£421

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:50-12:00

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/3

18:55-19:40

1 stop32h 45m

£425

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£426

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

21:00-10:30

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/3

21:00-17:55

1 stop28h 55m

£427

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£439

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

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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 London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around £506. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in January, then you should wait until February to fly from London Heathrow Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £512.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as £503. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is £620.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in the morning for as low as £508. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £623 per ticket.

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best London Heathrow - Shanghai flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £593 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £532 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

Fastest flight time

11h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai takes 11h 10m
Direct flights go from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From London Heathrow Airport there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
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  • How far is London Heathrow to Shanghai by plane?

    London Heathrow and Shanghai are 5724.4 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

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Price
Cathay PacificPriceFrom £267Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,130 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £351Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,440 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £365Free CancellationRating
8.2
62 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £368Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,522 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom £376Free CancellationRating
7.3
133 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom £402Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,349 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom £409Free CancellationRating
7.2
137 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £453Free CancellationRating
7.2
223 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £454Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,676 reviews
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Shenzhen AirlinesPriceFrom £474Free CancellationRating
7.6
23 reviews
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Flights from London to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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