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

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 35m.

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

Hainan Airlines, China Southern, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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

Flights via Zhengzhou (CGO) offer the lowest average return price of £356.

How often are flights from London to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between London and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 101 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Beijing (PEK) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Hong Kong (HKG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 0h 55m.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

China Eastern, British Airways and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from London according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 29% 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £670 to £482. The lowest price recently found on this route was £508.

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22:10 - 22:20

LHR

SHA

17h 10m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£508China Southern

Sun, 27 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct

21:30 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 18:35

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

£511China Southern

Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

22:40 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 10m

1 stop

11:30 - 20:25

SHA

LHR

15h 55m

1 stop

£538Air China

Tue, 9 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun

22:05 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 45m

1 stop

09:05 - 20:00

SHA

LHR

17h 55m

1 stop

£539Shenzhen Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:35 - 18:05

SHA

LHR

16h 30m

1 stop

£540China Southern

Tue, 9 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun

21:00 - 18:20

LHR

SHA

14h 20m

1 stop

08:50 - 19:20

SHA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

£541China Southern

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct

12:35 - 10:00

LGW

SHA

14h 25m

1 stop

20:25 - 06:35

SHA

LGW

17h 10m

1 stop

£545Air China

Mon, 8 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun

22:05 - 21:50

LHR

SHA

16h 45m

1 stop

09:05 - 20:00

SHA

LHR

17h 55m

1 stop

£553Shenzhen Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

06:00 - 20:30

STN

SHA

31h 30m

2 stops

21:45 - 23:55

SHA

STN

33h 10m

2 stops

£576Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

07:05 - 10:55

STN

SHA

20h 50m

2 stops

12:10 - 16:05

SHA

STN

34h 55m

2 stops

£605Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

China Southern flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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China Southern

27 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

17h 10m

1 stop

SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Oct

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

£508

China Southern

5 Nov

LHR21:30London Heathrow

16h 20m

1 stop

SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14 Nov

SHA09:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£511

China Southern

29 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

17h 10m

1 stop

SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19 Oct

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

£530

Air China flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air China

9 Jun

LHR22:40London Heathrow

16h 10m

1 stop

SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Jun

SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 55m

1 stop

LHR20:25London Heathrow

£538

Air China

8 Jun

LGW12:35London Gatwick

14h 25m

1 stop

SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Jun

SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 10m

1 stop

LGW06:35London Gatwick

£545

Air China

9 Jun

LGW12:35London Gatwick

18h 15m

1 stop

SHA13:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Jun

SHA18:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

LGW06:35London Gatwick

£555

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London Heathrow

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21:00-18:20

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1 stop17h 10m

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LHR - SHA

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London Heathrow

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22:05-21:50

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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09:05-20:00

1 stop17h 55m

£553

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STN - SHA

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London Stansted

Thu 4/6

06:00-20:30

2 stops31h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

21:45-23:55

2 stops33h 10m

£576

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STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Tue 1/9

07:05-10:55

2 stops20h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/9

12:10-16:05

2 stops34h 55m

£605

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £156. The month of December is another great option to travel to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with average flight prices from London averaging around £195.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around £596 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 for as low as £469 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 11h 00m

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How far is London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?
There are 5708.5 mi between London and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 11h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are updated daily.
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As of May 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Air China (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Eastern (25%), China Southern (13%), and British Airways (12%).

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Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £167	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £292	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,513 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £364	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 151 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom £384	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 25 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,393 reviews	Search Finnair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £439	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,964 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom £442	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 149 reviews	Search Air China flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom £445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 232 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £481	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,322 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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