Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Hainan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Manchester according to our data. Hainan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Manchester to Shanghai on average per week?

As of September 2026, 5 flights take off from Manchester and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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?

There are 12 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai as of September 2026.

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.

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11:15 - 13:20MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

19:30 - 05:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

18h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

£527Hainan Airlines

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

11:15 - 09:35MAN Manchester-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:55 - 05:50SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAN Manchester

16h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

£527Hainan Airlines

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

10:05 - 05:05MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 00mdirect

02:10 - 16:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

22h 15m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National

£530Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

07:45 - 05:40MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

14h 55m1 stop Dublin

17:00 - 19:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

33h 45m2 stops Chongqing Jiangbei Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

£531Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

10:05 - 05:05MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 00mdirect

02:15 - 06:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

12h 25mdirect

£543Juneyao Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

10:05 - 05:05MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 00mdirect

02:15 - 06:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

12h 25mdirect

£543Juneyao Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec

05:50 - 09:10MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:10 - 22:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

18h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£575KLM

Mon, 11 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan

09:05 - 09:10MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:10 - 22:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

18h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£575KLM

Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb

09:55 - 18:55MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

21:00 - 09:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

20h 10m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

£578Finnair

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

09:55 - 18:55MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

21:00 - 17:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

28h 15m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

£578Finnair

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

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07:00 - 05:30MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

15h 30m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

11:05 - 06:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

26h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital

£533Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

11:45 - 19:00MAN Manchester-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital

19:00 - 06:45SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

£545Hainan Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

11:10 - 05:20MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 10mdirect

02:10 - 13:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

18h 40m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National

£547Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct

12:15 - 09:50MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

14h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital

11:05 - 06:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

26h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital

£555Hainan Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

17:50 - 18:25MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 35m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

20:50 - 17:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

27h 15m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

£657Finnair

Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

17:50 - 18:25MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 35m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

20:50 - 09:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

19h 30m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

£697Finnair

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

11:10 - 05:20MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 10mdirect

01:30 - 06:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

12h 20mdirect

£720Juneyao Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

11:10 - 05:20MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 10mdirect

01:30 - 06:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

12h 20mdirect

£721Juneyao Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

05:55 - 08:25MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

21:30 - 16:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

26h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

£754KLM

Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

11:00 - 09:25MAN Manchester-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

21:30 - 16:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAN Manchester

26h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

£900KLM

Thu, 10 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

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23 Sept

MAN11:00Manchester

26h 50m

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MAN13:45Manchester

24h 05m

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SHA21:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 05m

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MAN22:00Manchester

£702

Hainan Airlines flights from Manchester to Shanghai

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15 Sept

MAN12:15Manchester

14h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

16 Oct

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£521

Hainan Airlines

17 Sept

MAN12:15Manchester

14h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

15 Oct

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£526

Hainan Airlines

17 Sept

MAN12:15Manchester

14h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

16 Oct

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£527

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Mon 11/1

11:15-13:20

1 stop18h 05m

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19:30-05:50

1 stop18h 20m

£527

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Mon 11/1

11:15-09:35

1 stop14h 20m

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1 stop16h 55m

£527

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Mon 16/11

10:05-05:05

Nonstop11h 00m

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Fri 27/11

02:10-16:25

1 stop22h 15m

£530

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Mon 21/9

07:45-05:40

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/10

17:00-19:45

2 stops33h 45m

£531

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Wed 18/11

10:05-05:05

Nonstop11h 00m

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Tue 1/12

02:15-06:40

Nonstop12h 25m

£543

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Wed 2/12

10:05-05:05

Nonstop11h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/12

02:15-06:40

Nonstop12h 25m

£543

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MANPVG

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Mon 11/1

05:50-09:10

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 17/1

11:10-22:05

1 stop18h 55m

£575

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MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MANPVG

Manchester

Wed 3/2

09:05-09:10

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/2

11:10-22:05

1 stop18h 55m

£575

ManchesterShanghai

MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MANPVG

Manchester

Wed 4/11

09:55-18:55

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

21:00-09:10

1 stop20h 10m

£578

ManchesterShanghai

MAN Manchester - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MANPVG

Manchester

Sun 1/11

09:55-18:55

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

21:00-17:15

1 stop28h 15m

£578

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Manchester and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £697 to £784.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £527.

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 £524. 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 £544.

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 £600. 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 £706.

What is the cheapest Manchester to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester 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 £608 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 £538 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.

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Best price found	£211
Fastest flight time	11h 00m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £211. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £527.

The fastest flight from Manchester to Shanghai takes 11h 00m

Direct flights go from Manchester to Shanghai on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 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 11h 00m, 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?
There are 12 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai as of September 2026.
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.

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Finnair	PriceFrom £251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,432 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £369	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 70 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom £407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 245 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £412	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,209 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom £499	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,474 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,066 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £530	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,215 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,734 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,576 reviews	Search KLM flights

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