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Cheap London - Shanghai flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from London to Shanghai

Gulf Air Bahrain
Thu, 05/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Wed, 25/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 8 days ago
from £323
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 09/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 23/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from £372
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 02/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 16/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London

Price found 9 days ago
from £372
China Southern
Wed, 24/06 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
China Southern
Thu, 09/07 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from £376
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 15/06 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 22/06 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from £423
Air China
Tue, 22/12 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Air China
Tue, 29/12 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 8 days ago
from £424
China Southern
Tue, 07/07 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
China Southern
Thu, 30/07 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from £430
Gulf Air Bahrain
Wed, 04/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Fri, 13/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 13 days ago
from £437
Finnair
Fri, 04/09 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 14 days ago
from £277
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 14/09 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 12 days ago
from £309
SWISS
Fri, 19/03 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 8 days ago
from £322
Gulf Air Bahrain
Wed, 29/07 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 12 days ago
from £380
Ryanair
Thu, 20/08 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found Yesterday
from £386
Gulf Air Bahrain
Tue, 25/08 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from £387
China Southern
Mon, 13/07 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct

Price found 14 days ago
from £428
Gulf Air Bahrain
Thu, 05/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Wed, 25/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 8 days ago
from £323
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 09/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 23/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from £372
China Southern
Wed, 24/06 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
China Southern
Thu, 09/07 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from £376
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 15/06 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 22/06 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from £423
Air China
Tue, 22/12 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Air China
Tue, 29/12 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 8 days ago
from £424
China Southern
Tue, 07/07 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
China Southern
Thu, 30/07 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from £430
Gulf Air Bahrain
Wed, 04/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Fri, 13/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 13 days ago
from £437
Gulf Air Bahrain
Mon, 02/11 (LON) London -> (SHA) Shanghai
Direct
Gulf Air Bahrain
Fri, 13/11 (SHA) Shanghai -> (LON) London
Direct

Price found 10 days ago
from £439

Info about flights from London to Shanghai

Some useful info about flights from London to Shanghai to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days £423
Average flight duration 11h 5m
Cheapest month January
Average number of flights per week 80
First flight time 06:00
Last flight time 23:55

When is it best to fly from London to Shanghai

Find out what is the best time of year to fly from London to Shanghai

Jun £446
Jul £483
Aug £705
Sep £441
Oct £466
Nov £377
Dec £423
Jan £372
Feb £406
Mar £431
Apr £443
May £471
Most expensive month August
Average price £705
Cheapest month January
Average price £372
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How much is a ticket from London to Shanghai?

Flight prices from London to Shanghai change depending on demand and time of booking.

£423 is the best price recorded in the last 15 days.

Flying at off-peak hours — such as early morning or late evening — can help you save. Also, the best deals tend to appear in the weeks leading up to departure.

Which airports near London or Shanghai offer flights?

In many cases, using a nearby airport can improve your chances of finding direct flights or better rates.

  • Airports in London: 6 airports are active - City Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Southend, Stansted.
  • Airports in Shanghai: Pudong is also worth a look.

Secondary airports can offer faster travel thanks to shorter lines and quicker boarding times than major ones.

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Other popular destinations

Flights to China are often searched alongside: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen.

The cheapest flights might leave at odd hours or arrive at less central airports — keep that in mind. If you travel often, you can always select your trusted airlines from the available options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Shanghai.

How much does an airline ticket from London to Shanghai cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from London to Shanghai is £423.

How far is London from Shanghai?

London is about 5712 mi from Shanghai.

What are the airports in Shanghai?

Shanghai has another airport: Pudong.

What are the airports in London?

London has 6 airports: City Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Southend, Stansted.

What are the most popular cities in China?

The most popular cities in China according to our users' searches are: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen.

When should I book a flight from London to Shanghai?

The best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 7 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai is January.

What is the most expensive month to fly from London to Shanghai?

The most expensive month to fly from London to Shanghai is August.

What is the best day of the week to fly from London to Shanghai?

For flights from London to Shanghai Monday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly.