Cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai from £268

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Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 10:55MAN-SHA
15h 40m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:15 - 06:45SHA-MAN
17h 30m1 stop
£379Hainan Airlines
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Fri, 26 Sep - Sun, 19 Oct
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:15 - 10:00MAN-PVG
14h 45m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 06:45PVG-MAN
26h 30m1 stop
£379Hainan Airlines
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Fri, 26 Sep - Sun, 19 Oct
Finnair Logo
17:50 - 18:10MAN-PVG
17h 20m1 stop
Finnair Logo
20:50 - 17:05PVG-MAN
27h 15m1 stop
£501Finnair
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Tue, 16 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
Finnair Logo
17:50 - 18:10MAN-PVG
17h 20m1 stop
Finnair Logo
20:50 - 17:05PVG-MAN
27h 15m1 stop
£501Finnair
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Tue, 9 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
Juneyao Airlines Logo
10:55 - 05:05MAN-PVG
11h 10mdirect
Juneyao Airlines Logo
01:45 - 06:50PVG-MAN
12h 05mdirect
£529Juneyao Airlines
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Sun, 5 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct
Juneyao Airlines Logo
10:55 - 05:05MAN-PVG
11h 10mdirect
Juneyao Airlines Logo
01:55 - 06:25PVG-MAN
12h 30mdirect
£546Juneyao Airlines
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Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
China Eastern Logo
05:55 - 07:00MAN-PVG
18h 05m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
00:25 - 22:20PVG-MAN
28h 55m1 stop
£590China Eastern
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Thu, 11 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 14:20MAN-PVG
19h 15m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
00:15 - 16:05PVG-MAN
23h 50m1 stop
£593China Eastern
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Fri, 7 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
11:15 - 16:55MAN-SHA
21h 40m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
08:55 - 23:20SHA-MAN
22h 25m2 stops
£640Lufthansa
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Fri, 7 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
18:05 - 17:00MAN-SHA
39h 55m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
08:55 - 23:05SHA-MAN
21h 10m2 stops
£654Lufthansa
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Fri, 26 Sep - Sun, 19 Oct

Hainan Airlines flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Manchester to Shanghai flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
26 Sept
MAN12:15Manchester
15h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Oct
SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester
Hainan Airlines
2 Oct
MAN12:15Manchester
14h 45m
1 stop
PVG10:00Shanghai Pu Dong
13 Oct
PVG11:15Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 30m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester
Hainan Airlines
3 Oct
MAN12:15Manchester
23h 45m
1 stop
SHA19:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Oct
SHA20:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester

Lufthansa flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Our best Lufthansa deals on Manchester to Shanghai flight tickets
Lufthansa
7 Nov
MAN11:15Manchester
21h 40m
2 stops
SHA16:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15 Nov
SHA08:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 25m
2 stops
MAN23:20Manchester
Lufthansa
26 Sept
MAN18:05Manchester
39h 55m
2 stops
SHA17:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Oct
SHA08:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 10m
2 stops
MAN23:05Manchester

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ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Fri 26/9

12:15-10:55

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

20:15-06:45

1 stop17h 30m

£379

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Fri 26/9

12:15-10:00

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

11:15-06:45

1 stop26h 30m

£379

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Tue 16/9

17:50-18:10

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/9

20:50-17:05

1 stop27h 15m

£501

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Tue 9/9

17:50-18:10

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/9

20:50-17:05

1 stop27h 15m

£501

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Sun 5/10

10:55-05:05

Nonstop11h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/10

01:45-06:50

Nonstop12h 05m

£529

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Fri 17/10

10:55-05:05

Nonstop11h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 26/10

01:55-06:25

Nonstop12h 30m

£546

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Thu 11/9

05:55-07:00

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/9

00:25-22:20

1 stop28h 55m

£590

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Fri 7/11

11:05-14:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/11

00:15-16:05

1 stop23h 50m

£593

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Fri 7/11

11:15-16:55

2 stops21h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 15/11

08:55-23:20

2 stops22h 25m

£640

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Fri 26/9

18:05-17:00

2 stops39h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

08:55-23:05

2 stops21h 10m

£654

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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 September to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £511.

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 £574. 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 £856.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Manchester to Shanghai at midday for as low as £502. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £637 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Manchester to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Manchester to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Manchester - Shanghai flight prices

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 £571 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 £505 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Manchester to Shanghai

Best price found

£268

Fastest flight time

11h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £268. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £379.
The fastest flight from Manchester to Shanghai takes 11h 10m
Direct flights go from Manchester to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • 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 10m, 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £343Free CancellationRating
8.2
43 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom £380Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,316 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £441Free CancellationRating
7.1
203 reviews
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Juneyao AirlinesPriceFrom £487Free CancellationRating
8.0
3 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £487Free CancellationRating
7.2
158 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £499Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,383 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £499Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,265 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £508Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,686 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £509Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,228 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £533Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,208 reviews
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