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

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

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 £551.

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

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 00m.

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 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: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

British Airways, China Eastern and China Southern 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.

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

As of July 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.

£324 Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £665 to £897. The lowest price recently found on this route was £584.

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21:30 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£584China Southern

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£585China Southern

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

21:30 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£586China Southern

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

22:00 - 22:15

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SHA

16h 15m

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08:50 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 45m

1 stop

£587China Southern

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

21:10 - 10:25

LHR

SHA

29h 15m

1 stop

20:40 - 19:10

SHA

LHR

30h 30m

1 stop

£588Shenzhen Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

22:40 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 10m

1 stop

09:05 - 20:00

SHA

LHR

17h 55m

1 stop

£592Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

22:00 - 23:05

LHR

SHA

18h 05m

1 stop

08:30 - 19:30

SHA

LHR

18h 00m

1 stop

£592Hainan Airlines

Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

22:05 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 45m

1 stop

09:05 - 20:00

SHA

LHR

17h 55m

1 stop

£595Shenzhen Airlines

Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

22:05 - 21:50

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SHA

16h 45m

1 stop

09:05 - 20:00

SHA

LHR

17h 55m

1 stop

£596Shenzhen Airlines

Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

21:30 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£598China Southern

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

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Cathay Pacific flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific

26 Aug

LHR22:15London Heathrow

30h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Aug

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 50m

1 stop

LHR06:20London Heathrow

£633

Cathay Pacific

9 Nov

LHR20:15London Heathrow

32h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Nov

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 55m

1 stop

LHR06:30London Heathrow

£634

Cathay Pacific

24 Aug

LHR20:15London Heathrow

32h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Aug

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 50m

1 stop

LHR06:20London Heathrow

£636

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

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Hainan Airlines

5 Aug

LHR22:00London Heathrow

18h 05m

1 stop

SHA23:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19 Aug

SHA08:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 00m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£592

Hainan Airlines

26 Aug

LHR22:00London Heathrow

18h 05m

1 stop

SHA23:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Aug

SHA08:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 00m

2 stops

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£616

Hainan Airlines

4 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

42h 05m

2 stops

SHA23:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Sept

SHA08:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 00m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£624

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09:20-18:35

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22:00-22:15

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08:50-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

£587

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LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 26/12

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£588

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 29/8

22:40-21:50

1 stop16h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£592

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 5/8

22:00-23:05

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

08:30-19:30

1 stop18h 00m

£592

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 6/9

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 23/9

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£595

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 6/9

22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 23/9

09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£596

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 29/10

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/11

09:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

£598

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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 £508. 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 £541.

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 £634 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 £492 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 11h 20m

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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 20m.
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 July 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 Eastern at 24%, China Southern at 23%, and Air China at 8%.

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KLM	PriceFrom £298	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,534 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £372	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 158 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom £392	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 26 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
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Air China	PriceFrom £508	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 158 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 228 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air India	PriceFrom £540	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights

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