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Cheapest flights to Shanghai airports

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Manchester TO Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA)

Typically, flights to Shanghai from Manchester are cheaper when flying from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, which has an average price of £444

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM MANCHESTERNovember19% cheaperFlying from Manchester to Shanghai costs on average just £359 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM MANCHESTERDecember34% more expensiveIt costs about £595 for flights to Shanghai from Manchester in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM MANCHESTERSeptember568% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Manchester in September than any other month

When is the best time to fly to Shanghai?

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

£46 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Shanghai. This flight is from Manila and is 94% cheaper than most flights to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £359. If you aren’t able to travel to Shanghai during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £374.

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is about 48 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are £460.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £418. Flights from United Kingdom to Shanghai on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £492. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at midday for as low as £413. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £469 on average. Flights to Shanghai from United Kingdom in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is there to do in Shanghai when it’s raining?

When planning your flight to Shanghai, it is important to be aware that some months are not as ideal as others. Specifically, the months of June, July, or August could carry a higher chance of rain, as Shanghai sees up to 5.1 inches (130 mm) or more. There are still things to do in Shanghai even when it's raining, but be aware that rain is highly probable in the area. Shopping centres like Cloud Nine Plaza are very popular destinations for those visiting the Shanghai area. Cloud Nine Plaza is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

Is there a good place to hike near Shanghai?

If you’re looking to do your hiking in warmer conditions, consider planning your flight to Shanghai for October and November. Parks like Century Park are popular hot spots in those months.

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Shanghai is possible. If you are planning a flight to Shanghai, consider booking flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (19 mi from Shanghai city centre), Suzhou Airport (65 mi from Shanghai city centre), Wuxi Airport (66 mi from Shanghai city centre), Nantong Airport (67 mi from Shanghai city centre) or Hangzhou Airport (93 mi from Shanghai city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

The cheapest airport near Shanghai is typically Wuxi Airport, with an average price of £254/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.


What are the current travel restrictions for Shanghai?

Currently, China travel restrictions include travel to Shanghai. China has restricted entry and transit to all travelers except Chinese nationals, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan passport holders, and travelers with diplomatic, service, courtesy or C visas, or visas issued after March 28, 2020. Travelers arriving at PEK will be given a PCR test and quarantined for 14 days at a designated location in Beijing. Travelers arriving at Shanghai Pudong (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) must undergo Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) and a 14-day quarantine in designated places for medical observation. Airline crew with a layover at the above airports must undergo NAT inside the passenger terminal, then self-isolate at their hotel temporarily before acquiring the NAT results. Airline crew arriving at the above airports will be quarantined after their last shift, and must self-isolate in crew hotels during shift breaks. Travelers arriving at Guangzhou (CAN) or Shenzhen (SZX) who live in or have been in France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Spain, or the United States in the past 14 days must undergo 14-day quarantine at home or in designated places for medical observation. All passengers arriving at SZX will have a PCR test. Travelers arriving at XMN will be quarantined for medical observation at designated hotels for 14 days at their own expense. This does not apply to travelers under 18 years old or above 70 years old, pregnant women, and travelers suffering from illness, who must apply for permission to undergo a 14-day quarantine at home. If you are planning to travel to Shanghai at this time, it is recommended that you stay up to date on current restrictions and follow proper safety measures while in public.


Shanghai flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United Kingdom to Shanghai found recently by users on momondo
Aeroflot
1 Jun
18:45London Heathrow
28h 05m
1 stop
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
14 Jun
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 45m
1 stop
00:25London Heathrow
Aeroflot
19 Jun
18:45London Heathrow
28h 05m
1 stop
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
9 Jul
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 45m
1 stop
00:25London Heathrow
Aeroflot
24 Jul
18:45London Heathrow
28h 05m
1 stop
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
29 Jul
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 45m
1 stop
00:25London Heathrow
Aeroflot
25 May
18:45London Heathrow
28h 05m
1 stop
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Jun
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 45m
1 stop
00:25London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
8 Jun
02:25London Stansted
20h 25m
2 stops
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
18 Jun
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 55m
2 stops
10:35London Stansted
Multiple Airlines
1 Jun
02:25London Stansted
20h 25m
2 stops
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
14 Jun
07:40Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 45m
2 stops
11:25London Stansted

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Shanghai

If you're looking for one-way flights to Shanghai, view some of our deals below.
Multiple Airlines
2 May
03:15London Stansted
19h 35m
2 stops
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines
9 May
17:50London Gatwick
29h 00m
3 stops
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines
9 May
16:25London Heathrow
30h 25m
3 stops
22:50Shanghai Pu Dong

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Shanghai

Airports near Shanghai

Below you will find all the airports in Shanghai along with their distance from the city centre

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