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Cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai from £242

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Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 19:00
MAN
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SHA
23h 45m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:00 - 06:45
SHA
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MAN
18h 45m
1 stop
£400Hainan Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 4 May
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:50
MAN
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PVG
14h 35m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:05 - 06:45
PVG
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MAN
26h 40m
1 stop
£409Hainan Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:50
MAN
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PVG
14h 35m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:05 - 06:45
PVG
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MAN
26h 40m
1 stop
£414Hainan Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Juneyao Airlines Logo
11:10 - 05:05
MAN
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PVG
10h 55mdirect
Juneyao Airlines Logo
01:30 - 06:50
PVG
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MAN
12h 20mdirect
£422Juneyao Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Sun, 10 May
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 10:55
MAN
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SHA
15h 40m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 06:45
SHA
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MAN
26h 30m
1 stop
£453Hainan Airlines
Mon, 13 Apr - Fri, 15 May
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:50
MAN
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PVG
14h 35m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:05 - 06:45
PVG
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MAN
26h 40m
1 stop
£453Hainan Airlines
Mon, 13 Apr - Fri, 15 May
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 10:00
MAN
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SHA
14h 45m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:10 - 06:45
SHA
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MAN
25h 35m
1 stop
£454Hainan Airlines
Sat, 11 Apr - Sat, 9 May
Gulf Air Logo
09:55 - 11:40
MAN
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PVG
18h 45m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
15:55 - 07:15
PVG
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MAN
22h 20m
1 stop
£461Gulf Air
Sun, 14 Jun - Wed, 24 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:45 - 10:00
MAN
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SHA
21h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 06:45
SHA
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MAN
25h 35m
1 stop
£549Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 10 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 10:30
MAN
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SHA
31h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 06:45
SHA
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MAN
17h 30m
1 stop
£554Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

Hainan Airlines flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Manchester to Shanghai flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
1 May
MAN12:15Manchester
23h 45m
1 stop
SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
4 May
SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 45m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester
£400
Hainan Airlines
20 Apr
MAN12:15Manchester
14h 35m
1 stop
PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong
1 May
PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 40m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester
£409
Hainan Airlines
19 Apr
MAN12:15Manchester
14h 35m
1 stop
PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong
1 May
PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 40m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester
£414

Gulf Air flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Our best Gulf Air deals on Manchester to Shanghai flight tickets
Gulf Air
14 Jun
MAN09:55Manchester
18h 45m
1 stop
PVG11:40Shanghai Pu Dong
24 Jun
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 20m
1 stop
MAN07:15Manchester
£461
Gulf Air
22 Mar
MAN10:15Manchester
17h 40m
1 stop
PVG11:55Shanghai Pu Dong
3 Apr
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 20m
1 stop
MAN07:15Manchester
£511
Gulf Air
22 Mar
MAN10:15Manchester
17h 40m
1 stop
PVG11:55Shanghai Pu Dong
1 Apr
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 20m
1 stop
MAN07:15Manchester
£539

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ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Fri 1/5

12:15-19:00

1 stop23h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/5

19:00-06:45

1 stop18h 45m

£400

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 20/4

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/5

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£409

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sun 19/4

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/5

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£414
Fastest return journey

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 20/4

11:10-05:05

Nonstop10h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/5

01:30-06:50

Nonstop12h 20m

£422

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Mon 13/4

12:15-10:55

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 15/5

11:15-06:45

1 stop26h 30m

£453

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 13/4

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 15/5

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£453

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Sat 11/4

12:15-10:00

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/5

12:10-06:45

1 stop25h 35m

£454

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sun 14/6

09:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/6

15:55-07:15

1 stop22h 20m

£461

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Sun 26/4

05:45-10:00

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/5

12:10-06:45

1 stop25h 35m

£549

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Tue 9/6

19:55-10:30

2 stops31h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/6

20:15-06:45

1 stop17h 30m

£554

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester, with most prices found around £506. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £517.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from Manchester is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as £632. 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 £789.

What is the cheapest Manchester to Shanghai flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £602 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 Manchester for as low as £503 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Manchester to Shanghai flights?

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

Cheap Manchester to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Manchester to Shanghai

Fastest flight time

10h 55m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The fastest flight from Manchester to Shanghai takes 10h 55m
Direct flights go from Manchester to Shanghai on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Manchester there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
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  • How far is Manchester to Shanghai by plane?

    Manchester and Shanghai are 5683.0 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 10h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai?

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

    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 Manchester Airport to Shanghai.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Shanghai

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FinnairPriceFrom £280Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,371 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £353Free CancellationRating
8.2
62 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £412Free CancellationRating
7.2
231 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £418Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,781 reviews
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Juneyao AirlinesPriceFrom £494Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £513Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,249 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £522Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,468 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £523Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,841 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £541Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,897 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £543Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,202 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Manchester to Shanghai?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Shanghai from Manchester.

Can I find flights from Manchester to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Manchester to Shanghai flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

Once you have performed a search for Manchester to Shanghai flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 18.9 mi from Shanghai
Shanghai Pu Dong Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport