Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

When flying to Shanghai from United Kingdom, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: China Eastern, Air China, British Airways or Hainan Airlines. Depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United Kingdom, such as London Heathrow or Manchester, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 10m and 11h, respectively.

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22:00 - 22:15LHR-SHA

16h 15m1 stop

09:20 - 17:55SHA-LHR

16h 35m1 stop

£432China Southern

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Mon, 12 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

21:30 - 23:10LHR-PVG

17h 40m1 stop

22:05 - 14:00PVG-LHR

23h 55m1 stop

£432China Southern

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Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 24 Mar

21:30 - 21:50LHR-SHA

16h 20m1 stop

19:50 - 18:35SHA-LHR

30h 45m1 stop

£433China Southern

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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

15:00 - 19:15LHR-PVG

20h 15m1 stop

22:15 - 18:20PVG-LHR

28h 05m1 stop

£434Air France

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Sat, 29 Nov - Tue, 9 Dec

21:30 - 21:50LHR-SHA

16h 20m1 stop

09:20 - 17:55SHA-LHR

16h 35m1 stop

£434China Southern

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Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

21:50 - 11:55LHR-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

16:30 - 06:35PVG-LHR

22h 05m1 stop

£439Gulf Air

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Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

08:40 - 09:25LCY-PVG

16h 45m1 stop

11:25 - 07:15PVG-LCY

27h 50m1 stop

£452KLM

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Mon, 12 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan

08:40 - 09:25LCY-PVG

16h 45m1 stop

11:25 - 07:15PVG-LCY

27h 50m1 stop

£453KLM

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Tue, 2 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

12:35 - 10:00LGW-SHA

14h 25m1 stop

21:30 - 06:35SHA-LGW

16h 05m1 stop

£515Air China

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Tue, 5 May - Tue, 26 May

12:35 - 11:55LGW-SHA

16h 20m1 stop

22:30 - 06:35SHA-LGW

15h 05m1 stop

£526Air China

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Fri, 17 Apr - Sun, 17 May

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LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/1

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

£432

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 17/2

21:30-23:10

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/3

22:05-14:00

1 stop23h 55m

£432

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 3/2

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/2

19:50-18:35

1 stop30h 45m

£433

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 29/11

15:00-19:15

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/12

22:15-18:20

1 stop28h 05m

£434

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 17/1

21:30-21:50

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/1

09:20-17:55

1 stop16h 35m

£434

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:50-11:55

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

16:30-06:35

1 stop22h 05m

£439

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Mon 12/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Tue 2/12

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 14/12

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£453

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/5

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£515

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

12:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 17/5

22:30-06:35

1 stop15h 05m

£526

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £487. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in March, then you should wait until January to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £488.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

£76 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Shanghai. This flight is from Hong Kong and is 78% cheaper than most flights to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from United Kingdom is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as £524. 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 £626.

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 in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United Kingdom to Shanghai in the morning for as low as £523. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £882 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £609 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 United Kingdom for as low as £543 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	January	18% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai costs on average just £515 in January
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	August	52% more expensive	It costs about £947 for flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	March	560% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport in March than any other month

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Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£283
Best Round-Trip Price	£432
Fastest flight time	11h 35m
Popular in	August

The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £283 (London Luton to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £432 (London Heathrow to Shanghai Pu Dong).

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The fastest flight to Shanghai from United Kingdom takes 11h 35m (London Gatwick to Shanghai Pu Dong).

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August has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 15% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

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

Users planning a flight to Shanghai during the months of June, July, or August should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Shanghai even when it's raining, though. Shopping centres like Nanjing Road are very popular destinations for those visiting the Shanghai area. Nanjing Road is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

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

The ideal time to book your flight to Shanghai is 77 days in advance, when prices tend to average £589. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from United Kingdom for as low as £427 on momondo.

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 £89/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.

Are there flights to Huangpu?

Yes, flights to Huangpu are served by Shanghai’s Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport which is 8.9 mi away.

What’s the closest airport to The Bund?

The airport which is nearest to The Bund is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. It is 9.5 mi away and is in Shanghai.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

Prices for flights to Shanghai were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

As of November 2025, there are 26 operators available to choose from for flights to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly to Shanghai?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Shanghai.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Shanghai?

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

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