Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Manchester according to our data. Juneyao Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to Shanghai?

Hainan Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Manchester to Shanghai

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

As of June 2026, 3 flights take off from Manchester and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% 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 11 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai as of June 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.

£295 Cheap Flights from Manchester to Shanghai in 2026

Q: 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 £790 to £622. The lowest price recently found on this route was £602.

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12:15 - 09:50

MAN

PVG

14h 35m

1 stop

11:05 - 06:45

PVG

MAN

26h 40m

1 stop

£602Hainan Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Mon, 13 Jul

12:15 - 09:50

MAN

PVG

14h 35m

1 stop

11:05 - 06:45

PVG

MAN

26h 40m

1 stop

£603Hainan Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Mon, 13 Jul

12:15 - 09:50

MAN

PVG

14h 35m

1 stop

11:05 - 06:45

PVG

MAN

26h 40m

1 stop

£604Hainan Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct

21:45 - 22:35

MAN

PVG

17h 50m

1 stop

00:35 - 13:10

PVG

MAN

19h 35m

1 stop

£607Qatar Airways

Mon, 22 Jun - Mon, 13 Jul

12:15 - 10:55

MAN

SHA

15h 40m

1 stop

12:10 - 06:45

SHA

MAN

25h 35m

1 stop

£607Hainan Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul

21:45 - 22:35

MAN

PVG

17h 50m

1 stop

18:40 - 13:10

PVG

MAN

25h 30m

1 stop

£609Qatar Airways

Mon, 22 Jun - Thu, 16 Jul

18:45 - 07:40

MAN

PVG

28h 55m

1 stop

09:40 - 13:15

PVG

MAN

35h 35m

1 stop

£610SWISS

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

11:10 - 05:20

MAN

PVG

11h 10mdirect

01:30 - 06:50

PVG

MAN

12h 20mdirect

£613Juneyao Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

16:05 - 22:10

MAN

SHA

23h 05m

2 stops

08:35 - 22:30

SHA

MAN

20h 55m

2 stops

£629China Southern

Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

16:05 - 18:20

MAN

SHA

19h 15m

2 stops

08:35 - 22:30

SHA

MAN

20h 55m

2 stops

£632China Southern

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

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19 Jun

MAN11:10Manchester

19h 05m

1 stop

PVG13:15Shanghai Pu Dong

5 Jul

PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 10m

1 stop

MAN08:15Manchester

£704

Cathay Pacific

7 Sept

MAN11:10Manchester

21h 25m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28 Sept

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 45m

1 stop

MAN08:15Manchester

£714

Cathay Pacific

26 Aug

MAN11:10Manchester

17h 55m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Oct

SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 25m

1 stop

MAN08:15Manchester

£715

Hainan Airlines flights from Manchester to Shanghai

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Hainan Airlines

18 Jun

MAN12:15Manchester

23h 45m

1 stop

SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Jul

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 35m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£602

Hainan Airlines

20 Jun

MAN12:15Manchester

14h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

13 Jul

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£603

Hainan Airlines

13 Sept

MAN12:15Manchester

14h 35m

1 stop

PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong

12 Oct

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

1 stop

MAN06:45Manchester

£604

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12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£602

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MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sat 20/6

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£603

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sun 13/9

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/10

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£604

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 22/6

21:45-22:35

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

00:35-13:10

1 stop19h 35m

£607

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Sat 20/6

12:15-10:55

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/7

12:10-06:45

1 stop25h 35m

£607

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 22/6

21:45-22:35

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 16/7

18:40-13:10

1 stop25h 30m

£609

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Wed 4/11

18:45-07:40

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

09:40-13:15

1 stop35h 35m

£610

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ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 14/9

11:10-05:20

Nonstop11h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/10

01:30-06:50

Nonstop12h 20m

£613

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Tue 22/9

16:05-22:10

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 14/10

08:35-22:30

2 stops20h 55m

£629

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Wed 23/9

16:05-18:20

2 stops19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

08:35-22:30

2 stops20h 55m

£632

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Manchester, with most prices found around £253. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in June, then you should wait until October to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £308.

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 £638. 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 £760.

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 £619 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 £544 on momondo.

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

There are 3 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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Fastest flight time	11h 00m
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Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

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

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to Shanghai

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 11 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai as of June 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 £254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,405 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £370	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom £412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 234 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,034 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom £505	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £513	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £537	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,052 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom £542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,527 reviews	Search KLM flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 223 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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