Flight information for Shanghai to London
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to London
| Best price found | £1,967 | The best flight deal from Shanghai to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,967 |
| Fastest flight time | 12h 30m | The fastest flight from Shanghai to London takes 12h 30m |
| Direct flights | None | There are no direct flights from Shanghai to London. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport - London Heathrow Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - London Gatwick Airport. |
| Airports in London | 6 airports | There are 6 airports near London: London City (LCY), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Stansted (STN), London Gatwick (LGW), London Southend (SEN) |
How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to London
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to London?
March
The cheapest time of year to fly to London from Shanghai is March. The most expensive is August.
What is the cheapest airline that flies to London from Shanghai?
Cathay Pacific
Air China, Air France, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to London
What is the cheapest Shanghai to London flight route?
Shanghai Pu Dong - London Heathrow
Fly from Shanghai Pu Dong to London Heathrow for the best Shanghai - London flight prices
How far in advance should you book Shanghai to London flights?
60 days before
The cheapest time to buy a flight from Shanghai to London is approximately 60 days to departure
Easily compare return flights from Shanghai to London
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Find the cheapest one-way flights from Shanghai to London
If you're looking for one-way flights from Shanghai to London, view some of our deals below provided by British Airways, Etihad Airways and SAS
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Best airlines flying from Shanghai to London
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Which airlines flying from Shanghai to London have COVID-19 safety policies in place?
Etihad Airways has additional safety measures in place to accommodate travellers. Many airlines flying from Shanghai to London are offering enhanced cleaning of their aircraft. Additional policies include pre-flight testing for COVID-19-related symptoms and antibodies. Masks are also required and provided to travellers. Some airlines are offering socially-distanced seating for a limited time. Policies will vary by airline so keep this in mind as you search for options.
Are airlines flying from Shanghai to London offering flexible cancellation due to COVID-19?
To ease the stress of booking flights, some of our airline partners flying from Shanghai to London are responding to the global pandemic. The following airlines may have a flexible cancellation policy to help accommodate travellers: Virgin Atlantic, China Eastern, and British Airways.
How far is Shanghai to London by plane?
London is 5712.6 mi away from Shanghai. Flights usually cover this in 14h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
Can I fly to London from Shanghai right now?
Most visitors from Shanghai need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter London.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Shanghai must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to London.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Shanghai are not required to quarantine after entering London.
Documents
Mandatory passenger locator form - Submit the form any time in the 48 hours before arriving in the UK. Show the form when checking in your plane, train or ferry to the UK.
Managed quarantine package for Scotland - All travelers arriving directly to Scotland are required to book their Managed Quarantine Package prior to travel.
COVID-19 testing package - All travelers must book and pay for a COVID-19 Testing Package prior to travel to England and Scotland.
Can I fly back to Shanghai from London?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from London must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to Shanghai.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from London are not required to quarantine after entering Shanghai.