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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London from £252

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London departing on 20/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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China Southern Logo
18:50 - 07:05
SHA
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LGW
19h 15m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:00 - 11:20
LGW
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SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
£491China Southern
Sun, 29 Mar - Mon, 11 May
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21:30 - 05:35
SHA
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LGW
16h 05m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
14h 25m
1 stop
£521Air China
Sat, 28 Mar - Tue, 28 Apr
Air China Logo
21:30 - 05:35
SHA
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LGW
16h 05m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 10:55
LGW
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SHA
15h 20m
1 stop
£539Air China
Sat, 28 Mar - Wed, 13 May
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08:35 - 19:25
SHA
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LGW
18h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 20:40
LGW
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SHA
21h 45m
2 stops
£609Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
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20:00 - 07:05
SHA
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LGW
18h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 10:00
LGW
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SHA
14h 25m
1 stop
£614Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 10 May
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09:20 - 20:55
SHA
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LGW
19h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 19:30
LGW
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SHA
15h 10m
1 stop
£631Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
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08:35 - 21:35
SHA
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LGW
21h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 22:50
LGW
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SHA
23h 55m
2 stops
£636Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
China Southern Logo
20:00 - 07:05
SHA
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LGW
18h 05m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:00 - 12:20
LGW
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SHA
17h 20m
1 stop
£650China Southern
Wed, 10 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
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07:10 - 21:35
SHA
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LGW
22h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 20:40
LGW
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SHA
21h 45m
2 stops
£667Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb
Air China Logo
20:25 - 06:35
SHA
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LGW
17h 10m
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12:35 - 10:55
LGW
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SHA
15h 20m
1 stop
£679Air China
Mon, 30 Mar - Mon, 21 Sep

Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Our best Air China deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight tickets
Air China
28 Mar
SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 05m
1 stop
LGW05:35London Gatwick
28 Apr
LGW12:35London Gatwick
14h 25m
1 stop
SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£521
Air China
28 Mar
SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 05m
1 stop
LGW05:35London Gatwick
13 May
LGW12:35London Gatwick
15h 20m
1 stop
SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£539
Air China
30 Mar
SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 10m
1 stop
LGW06:35London Gatwick
21 Sept
LGW12:35London Gatwick
15h 20m
1 stop
SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£679

China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight tickets
China Southern
29 Mar
SHA13:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
LGW07:05London Gatwick
7 May
LGW12:00London Gatwick
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA14:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£491
China Southern
10 Jun
SHA20:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
LGW07:05London Gatwick
19 Jun
LGW12:00London Gatwick
17h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£650

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/3

18:50-07:05

1 stop19h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

12:00-11:20

1 stop16h 20m

£491

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

21:30-05:35

1 stop16h 05m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

£521

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

21:30-05:35

1 stop16h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

£539

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

08:35-19:25

2 stops18h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 23/3

14:55-20:40

2 stops21h 45m

£609

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/3

20:00-07:05

1 stop18h 05m

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

£614

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/3

09:20-20:55

2 stops19h 35m

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

20:20-19:30

1 stop15h 10m

£631

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

08:35-21:35

2 stops21h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 23/3

14:55-22:50

2 stops23h 55m

£636

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

20:00-07:05

1 stop18h 05m

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

12:00-12:20

1 stop17h 20m

£650

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/2

07:10-21:35

2 stops22h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/2

14:55-20:40

2 stops21h 45m

£667

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

£679

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to London Gatwick Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was £606. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £764. 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 London Gatwick Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to London Gatwick Airport in the evening for as low as £619. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London Gatwick Airport is at midday when prices are around £801.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport (SHA to LGW) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Fastest flight time

12h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport takes 12h 20m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
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  • How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London Gatwick by plane?

    There are 5726.2 mi between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and London Gatwick. By plane, this route typically takes 12h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport 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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