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Flights from London to Shanghai Starting at £276

Book one-way or return flights from London to Shanghai from as little as £276. Choose from the popular airlines below and book your flight today!

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Airlines Flying from London to Shanghai

Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

Vueling Airlines
From £269
Wizz Air Malta
From £269
China Southern Airlines
From £276
Jet2.com
From £290
Wizz Air
From £290
Hainan Airlines
From £293
Shenzhen Airlines
From £296
Air China
From £309
Ryanair
From £317
KLM
From £322
ANA airlines

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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 22Vueling Airlines
    £269
  • Shenzhen Airlines
    LHR
    22:05
    29h 5m
    1 transfer
    PVG
    10:10
    London Heathrow Airport - Shanghai Pudong International Airport
    Wed, May 15Shenzhen Airlines
    £276
  • easyJet
    SEN
    16:55
    38h 30m
    2 transfer
    PVG
    14:25
    London Southend Airport - Shanghai Pudong International Airport
    Fri, May 31easyJet
    £280
  • easyJet
    SEN
    16:55
    38h 30m
    2 transfer
    PVG
    14:25
    London Southend Airport - Shanghai Pudong International Airport
    Fri, May 31easyJet
    £280
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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 £803.
  • How long is the flight from London (LON) to Shanghai (SHA)?

    It takes about 11 hours 55 minutes 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

£275

Cheapest return ticket price

£420

Cheapest month

January

Peak season for travel

October
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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