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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Shanghai from £284

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07:30 - 19:00STN-PVG
27h 30m2 stops
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10:45 - 23:35PVG-STN
20h 50m2 stops
£433Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 1 Dec - Fri, 5 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:00MAN-SHA
22h 45m1 stop
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19:35 - 05:50SHA-MAN
18h 15m1 stop
£434Hainan Airlines
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Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
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19:25 - 19:15LHR-PVG
15h 50m1 stop
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11:25 - 20:50PVG-LHR
17h 25m1 stop
£434Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 10:00LHR-PVG
32h 45m1 stop
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22:50 - 18:35PVG-LHR
27h 45m1 stop
£435China Southern
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Sun, 23 Nov - Wed, 10 Dec
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 16:45LHR-PVG
15h 30m1 stop
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08:10 - 18:35PVG-LHR
18h 25m1 stop
£436China Southern
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Wed, 7 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
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12:15 - 09:10LHR-PVG
12h 55mdirect
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10:55 - 18:00PVG-LHR
15h 05mdirect
£439British Airways
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Thu, 8 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
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08:40 - 09:25LCY-PVG
16h 45m1 stop
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11:25 - 07:15PVG-LCY
27h 50m1 stop
£452KLM
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Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
KLM Logo
09:20 - 09:25LCY-PVG
16h 05m1 stop
KLM Logo
11:25 - 07:15PVG-LCY
27h 50m1 stop
£472KLM
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Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
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12:35 - 10:00LGW-SHA
14h 25m1 stop
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19:25 - 06:35SHA-LGW
18h 10m1 stop
£529Air China
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Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May
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12:35 - 10:00LGW-SHA
14h 25m1 stop
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20:25 - 06:35SHA-LGW
17h 10m1 stop
£531Air China
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Mon, 11 May - Sun, 7 Jun

China Southern flights from United Kingdom to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on United Kingdom to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
30 Nov
LHR21:30London Heathrow
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
6 Dec
SHA09:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 15m
1 stop
LHR18:35London Heathrow
£435
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China Southern
15 Nov
LHR21:30London Heathrow
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29 Nov
SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
LHR18:35London Heathrow
£436
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China Southern
23 Nov
LHR21:30London Heathrow
16h 20m
1 stop
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10 Dec
SHA09:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 15m
1 stop
LHR18:35London Heathrow
£436
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Hainan Airlines flights from United Kingdom to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on United Kingdom to Shanghai flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
8 Jan
MAN11:15Manchester
22h 45m
1 stop
SHA18:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22 Jan
SHA19:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 15m
1 stop
MAN05:50Manchester
£434
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Hainan Airlines
16 Mar
MAN11:15Manchester
15h 20m
1 stop
SHA10:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Mar
SHA19:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 15m
1 stop
MAN05:50Manchester
£436
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Hainan Airlines
23 Nov
LHR21:15London Heathrow
29h 15m
1 stop
PVG10:30Shanghai Pu Dong
30 Nov
PVG11:35Shanghai Pu Dong
38h 20m
2 stops
LHR17:55London Heathrow
£446
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to Shanghai 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 13 November 2025.
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LondonShanghai

STN - PVG

STNPVG

London Stansted

Mon 1/12

07:30-19:00

2 stops27h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/12

10:45-23:35

2 stops20h 50m

£433

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Thu 8/1

11:15-18:00

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

19:35-05:50

1 stop18h 15m

£434

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 11/2

19:25-19:15

1 stop15h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/2

11:25-20:50

1 stop17h 25m

£434

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 23/11

17:15-10:00

1 stop32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

22:50-18:35

1 stop27h 45m

£435

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 7/1

17:15-16:45

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/2

08:10-18:35

1 stop18h 25m

£436

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 8/1

12:15-09:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/1

10:55-18:00

Nonstop15h 05m

£439

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Fri 9/1

08:40-09:25

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£452

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

Wed 28/1

09:20-09:25

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/2

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£472

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

19:25-06:35

1 stop18h 10m

£529

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

12:35-10:00

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

20:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£531

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

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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 £490.

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 £525. 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 £628.

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 £524. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £639 per ticket.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Shanghai flight route?

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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 £611 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 £544 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap United Kingdom to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Shanghai takes 10h 55m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Shanghai every day.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Shanghai?

    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 United Kingdom to Shanghai.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Shanghai

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Free Cancellation
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £272Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,058 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £339Free CancellationRating
8.1
53 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £368Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,410 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £376Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,486 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom £377Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom £387Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,335 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom £417Free CancellationRating
7.1
121 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £438Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,044 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £440Free CancellationRating
7.2
221 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £457Free CancellationRating
7.2
177 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

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