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Flights from London to Shanghai Starting at £276

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Airlines Flying from London to Shanghai

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Vueling Airlines
From £261
Wizz Air Malta
From £265
Ryanair
From £271
China Southern Airlines
From £276
Wizz Air
From £281
Shenzhen Airlines
From £285
Jet2.com
From £290
easyJet
From £302
Finnair
From £302
Air China
From £313
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Alternative Routes from London to Shanghai

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? Check out these alternative flights from London to Shanghai.

  • Cheapest
    Vueling Airlines
    LGW
    20:55
    31h 30m
    2 transfer
    SHA
    11:25
    London Gatwick Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
    Mon, Apr 15Vueling Airlines
    £261
  • Wizz Air Malta
    LGW
    21:10
    32h 45m
    2 transfer
    PVG
    12:55
    London Gatwick Airport - Shanghai Pudong International Airport
    Wed, Apr 17Wizz Air Malta
    £266
  • Ryanair
    STN
    06:00
    22h 25m
    2 transfer
    SHA
    11:25
    London Stansted Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
    Sat, Apr 27Ryanair
    £271
  • Ryanair
    STN
    06:00
    22h 25m
    2 transfer
    SHA
    11:25
    London Stansted Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
    Sat, Apr 27Ryanair
    £271
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  • When are flight tickets from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from London to Shanghai based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much are flights from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around £814.
  • How long is the flight from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA)?

    It takes about 12 hours to fly from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Shanghai?

    • The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to downtown is about 33km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
    • The distance from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to downtown is about 13km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA)?

    Airlines with flights from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA): Air China, British Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and China Southern Airlines.
  • What's the most popular airline for direct flights from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA)?

    China Eastern Airlines operates 22 direct flights from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA).
  • How many airports in Shanghai (SHA)?

Flight Information from London to Shanghai

Cheapest direct flight price

£276

Cheapest return ticket price

£433

Cheapest month

January

Peak season for travel

September
Flight From London To Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest city in China and the busiest one too. Despite a population of over 24 million, the city has a lot of quiet historic locations and various tourist attractions to visit. The city’s strategic position at the mouth of the Yangtze River has given it the world’s busiest container ports. Shanghai provides a lot of opportunities to explore the water along the Chinese coast and its inland waterways. A beautiful combination of old Chinese culture and rich crowd, the city of Shanghai is one to visit.

Tip: Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) are the best times to visit Shanghai. The place offers lovely weather and is less crowded during these seasons.

Traveling to Shanghai

There are many flights available from London to Shanghai at reasonable rates. However, China Eastern Airlines offers several cheap flights from London to Shanghai. There are also many direct flights from London to Shanghai available with British Airlines, Virgin Atlantic Airlines and more. The London to Shanghai flights are usually 12 hours long without any stops and end at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Tip: It’s advised to book your flight tickets from London to Shanghai in advance as they get really expensive around Christmas and New Year.

Top Things to See in Shanghai

From old historic culture to quirky entertainment, Shanghai has a variety of things to offer for every tourist. Shanghai is known for its acrobatic arts around the world and Shanghai Circus World is an amazing place to experience it. The performances of Insertion of Time are as good as any Broadway Musical. You can also visit the Oriental Pearl Tower and get the thrill of looking down the entire city from its glass floor.

A trip down the Chinese history is sure to come with the Shanghai Museum that holds old Chinese coins, priceless paintings, and intricately carved ceramics. The five-floor museum holds over 120,000 pieces of art divided amongst 11 galleries. The city also features several beautiful water towns, Zhujiajiao being one of the best-preserved of the lot. The 1700 years old town has 35 ancient bridges and cruising under them is an experience of a lifetime.

Tip: Travel in the city with Shanghai Maglev Train and experience the best of technology and modern architecture.

Dining and Shopping in Shanghai

Take a trip down the Tianzifang are to experience old Chinese architecture. The area is filled with various boutiques, trendy studios and art galleries where you can buy little souvenirs to carry home. You can also visit Nanjing Road, one of the world’s largest shopping streets. The street witnesses about a million customers a day, and has stores selling everything from daily necessities to upscale items. Experience the best Asian food at Jin Xuan and HIYA, and if you wish to try other cuisines, you can visit Scena or Club Room.

Tip: Shanghai is also well known for its nightlife and you must visit one of its coveted clubs to experience it.

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