What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Helsinki (HEL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 58m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Beijing (PEK) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

British Airways, China Southern and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 48m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Shenzhen (SZX) offer the lowest average return price of £547.

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

As of May 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £713 to £486. The lowest price recently found on this route was £529.

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22:00 - 22:15

LHR

SHA

16h 15m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£529China Southern

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£551China Southern

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:50 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 45m

1 stop

£553China Southern

Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 20 Nov

21:30 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£570China Southern

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

21:00 - 22:10

LHR

SHA

18h 10m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£571China Southern

Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

21:00 - 22:10

LHR

SHA

18h 10m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£574China Southern

Sat, 26 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

22:10 - 22:20

LHR

SHA

17h 10m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£578China Southern

Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

21:30 - 14:55

LHR

SHA

33h 25m

1 stop

09:20 - 17:55

SHA

LHR

16h 35m

1 stop

£581China Southern

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£581China Southern

Sat, 19 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:35 - 18:05

SHA

LHR

16h 30m

1 stop

£582China Southern

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct

Shenzhen Airlines flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Shenzhen Airlines

2 Nov

LHR21:10London Heathrow

29h 15m

1 stop

SHA10:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Nov

SHA20:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

£607

Shenzhen Airlines

2 Nov

LHR21:10London Heathrow

33h 00m

1 stop

SHA14:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Nov

SHA09:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 05m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

£608

Shenzhen Airlines

2 Nov

LHR21:10London Heathrow

17h 00m

1 stop

SHA22:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22 Nov

SHA20:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

£609

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

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China Southern

16 Nov

LHR22:00London Heathrow

16h 15m

1 stop

SHA22:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Nov

SHA09:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£529

China Southern

26 Sept

LHR21:00London Heathrow

14h 20m

1 stop

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Oct

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

£551

China Southern

1 Oct

LHR22:10London Heathrow

17h 10m

1 stop

SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Oct

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

£552

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09:20-18:35

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21:00-22:10

1 stop18h 10m

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08:50-19:20

1 stop17h 30m

£571

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/9

21:00-22:10

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/10

08:50-19:20

1 stop17h 30m

£574

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/10

08:50-19:20

1 stop17h 30m

£578

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 6/11

21:30-14:55

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/11

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

£581

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 19/9

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/10

08:50-19:20

1 stop17h 30m

£581

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/9

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/10

08:35-18:05

1 stop16h 30m

£582

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £504. The month of November is another great option to travel to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with average flight prices from London Heathrow Airport averaging around £518.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around £611 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £485 on momondo.

How have London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 11h 10m

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How far is London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?
The distance between London Heathrow and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is about 5720.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is British Airways, representing 28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Southern at 23%, China Eastern at 22%, and Air China at 9%.

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Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £169	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £295	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,524 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £369	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 152 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom £389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 25 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,399 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom £451	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 235 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £456	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,007 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,346 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom £504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 152 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 218 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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