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Cheap flights from Shanghai to the United Kingdom from £171

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Finnair Logo
20:50 - 15:10PVG-LHR
25h 20m1 stop
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16:10 - 18:10LHR-PVG
19h 00m1 stop
£393Finnair
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Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
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20:30 - 16:10PVG-STN
27h 40m2 stops
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20:40 - 13:10STN-PVG
32h 30m2 stops
£423Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 21 Dec - Wed, 7 Jan
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 17:20PVG-LGW
26h 55m1 stop
China Southern Logo
20:20 - 10:10LGW-PVG
29h 50m1 stop
£440China Southern
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Mon, 24 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:35 - 17:55PVG-LHR
28h 20m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:15 - 10:30LHR-PVG
29h 15m1 stop
£462Hainan Airlines
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Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
China Southern Logo
20:05 - 06:20SHA-LGW
18h 15m1 stop
China Southern Logo
09:55 - 12:15LGW-SHA
18h 20m1 stop
£466China Southern
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Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:35 - 17:55PVG-LHR
28h 20m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:15 - 10:30LHR-PVG
29h 15m1 stop
£472Hainan Airlines
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
British Airways Logo
10:55 - 18:00PVG-LHR
15h 05mdirect
British Airways Logo
12:15 - 09:10LHR-PVG
12h 55mdirect
£486British Airways
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Tue, 25 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
British Airways Logo
10:55 - 18:00PVG-LHR
15h 05mdirect
British Airways Logo
12:15 - 09:10LHR-PVG
12h 55mdirect
£493British Airways
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Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Air China Logo
02:25 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 30mdirect
Air China Logo
11:05 - 06:25LGW-PVG
11h 20mdirect
£588Air China
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Tue, 23 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Air China Logo
02:25 - 06:55PVG-LGW
12h 30mdirect
Air China Logo
11:05 - 06:25LGW-PVG
11h 20mdirect
£608Air China
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Sun, 23 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec

Hainan Airlines flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Shanghai to United Kingdom flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
9 Nov
PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 20m
1 stop
LHR17:55London Heathrow
23 Nov
LHR21:15London Heathrow
29h 15m
1 stop
PVG10:30Shanghai Pu Dong
£437
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Hainan Airlines
9 Nov
PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 20m
1 stop
LHR17:55London Heathrow
16 Nov
LHR21:15London Heathrow
29h 15m
1 stop
PVG10:30Shanghai Pu Dong
£445
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Hainan Airlines
23 Nov
PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 20m
1 stop
LHR17:55London Heathrow
30 Nov
LHR21:15London Heathrow
29h 15m
1 stop
PVG10:30Shanghai Pu Dong
£462
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British Airways flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom

Our best British Airways deals on Shanghai to United Kingdom flight tickets
British Airways
25 Nov
PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 05m
LHR18:00London Heathrow
5 Dec
LHR12:15London Heathrow
12h 55m
PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong
£486
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British Airways
23 Nov
PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 05m
LHR18:00London Heathrow
30 Nov
LHR12:15London Heathrow
12h 55m
PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong
£493
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British Airways
17 Nov
PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 05m
LHR18:00London Heathrow
24 Nov
LHR12:15London Heathrow
12h 55m
PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong
£493
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom 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 6 November 2025.
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Price

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/4

20:50-15:10

1 stop25h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 14/4

16:10-18:10

1 stop19h 00m

£393

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - STN

PVGSTN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/12

20:30-16:10

2 stops27h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 7/1

20:40-13:10

2 stops32h 30m

£423

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

22:25-17:20

1 stop26h 55m

London Gatwick

Sat 6/12

20:20-10:10

1 stop29h 50m

£440

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/11

21:35-17:55

1 stop28h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 30/11

21:15-10:30

1 stop29h 15m

£462

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 25/12

20:05-06:20

1 stop18h 15m

London Gatwick

Thu 1/1

09:55-12:15

1 stop18h 20m

£466

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/11

21:35-17:55

1 stop28h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 7/12

21:15-10:30

1 stop29h 15m

£472

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Fri 5/12

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

£486

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/11

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 30/11

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

£493

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/12

02:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

London Gatwick

Wed 31/12

11:05-06:25

Nonstop11h 20m

£588

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/11

02:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

London Gatwick

Thu 4/12

11:05-06:25

Nonstop11h 20m

£608

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to United Kingdom

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from Shanghai is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around £512, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit United Kingdom during the month of December, then departing from Shanghai during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £591.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai to United Kingdom is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for United Kingdom on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £557. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Shanghai to United Kingdom for around £736.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to United Kingdom is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as £574. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £652. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to United Kingdom flight route?

Fly from Shanghai Pu Dong to London Heathrow for the best Shanghai - United Kingdom flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to United Kingdom flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai to United Kingdom 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 Shanghai to United Kingdom

Fastest flight time

12h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in United Kingdom

2 airports
The fastest flight from Shanghai to United Kingdom takes 12h 00m
Direct flights go from Shanghai to United Kingdom every day.
There are 2 airports near United Kingdom: London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW)
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    Prices for flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to United Kingdom?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to United Kingdom.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to United Kingdom can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at United Kingdom. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to United Kingdom

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FinnairPriceFrom £323Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,335 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £403Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,496 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £482Free CancellationRating
8.1
52 reviews
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Juneyao AirlinesPriceFrom £574Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Shanghai to United Kingdom?

Finding the right flight to United Kingdom from Shanghai is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to United Kingdom quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

Flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Shanghai to United Kingdom?

Once you have performed a search for Shanghai to United Kingdom flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Shanghai to United Kingdom right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to United Kingdom from Shanghai. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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