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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai from £267

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LON — SHA
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
Wed 22/5
Wed 29/5

The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in November or May, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from London to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

£393

One-way from

£287
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to Shanghai?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from London to Shanghai. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Shanghai.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Shanghai. Flights to Shanghai from London in November are about £562 on average during November, but can be found for as low as £349.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Shanghai (LON - SHA)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from London to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Cheap Shenzhen Airlines flights from London to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Shenzhen Airlines for the route between London and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Shenzhen Airlines flights heading from London to Shanghai. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sun 27/1021:20LHR - SHA
1 stop30h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 8/1120:30SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/5£419
Fri 18/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 3/1115:35SHA - LHR
1 stop35h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/5£500
Wed 22/522:05LHR - SHA
1 stop32h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Thu 30/521:35SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/5£1,083

Cheap Tianjin Airlines flights from London to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Tianjin Airlines for the route between London and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Tianjin Airlines flights we've found from London to Shanghai. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sun 9/622:00LHR - SHA
2 stops29h 05mTianjin Airlines
Sat 29/611:20SHA - LHR
2 stops39h 40mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 15/5£580
Sun 26/522:00LHR - SHA
2 stops29h 05mTianjin Airlines
Thu 18/711:20SHA - LHR
2 stops39h 40mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 15/5£1,078

Cheap London to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from London to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Prices were last updated on 17 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Shanghai in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 19/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Sun 26/521:55PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£420
Wed 5/622:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 13/616:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£420
Sun 19/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Sun 26/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£422
Mon 20/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Tue 25/620:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£423
Wed 12/622:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mChina Southern
Wed 19/622:00SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£424
Mon 20/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Tue 25/620:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£424
Tue 4/620:50LHR - SHA
1 stop34h 20mChina Southern
Sun 16/622:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£425
Mon 17/622:10LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Tue 25/607:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£425
Sun 2/619:15LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Fri 14/607:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£426

London to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between London and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Shanghai in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 19/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Sun 26/521:55PVG - LHR
1 stop28h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£420
Wed 5/622:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 13/616:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£420
Sun 19/519:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Sun 26/507:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£422
Mon 20/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Tue 25/620:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£423
Wed 12/622:10LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 00mChina Southern
Wed 19/622:00SHA - LHR
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£424
Mon 20/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Tue 25/620:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£424
Tue 4/620:50LHR - SHA
1 stop34h 20mChina Southern
Sun 16/622:15SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£425
Mon 17/622:10LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Tue 25/607:20PVG - LHR
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5£425
Sun 2/619:15LHR - PVG
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Fri 14/607:20PVG - LHR
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£426

Direct flights to Shanghai from London

Discover direct flight options from London to Shanghai. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from London to Shanghai. Users can also choose from other London to Shanghai flights by using the search form above.
Tue 4/611:45LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 15mAir China
Mon 17/601:25PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 30mAir China
Deal found 15/5£528
Wed 5/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Sun 9/600:55PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£538
Wed 29/511:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 10/600:55PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£542
Wed 12/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 25/609:45PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£548
Mon 17/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 25/609:45PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£548
Tue 4/611:45LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 15mAir China
Wed 12/601:25PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 30mAir China
Deal found 15/5£549
Mon 10/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 21/609:45PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£550
Wed 12/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 24/600:55PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£552
Tue 4/611:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Sun 23/600:55PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£554

London to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from London to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from London to Shanghai. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Wed 22/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 30/516:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£407
Wed 22/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 30/516:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£424
Wed 22/509:55LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Mon 3/611:15PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mKLM
Deal found 15/5£429
Wed 22/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops38h 25mHainan Airlines
Sun 26/520:30PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£439
Fri 24/508:40LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 45mKLM
Fri 14/611:15PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mKLM
Deal found 16/5£447
Wed 22/522:00LHR - PVG
2 stops35h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 26/523:05PVG - LHR
1 stop27h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£448
Wed 22/507:45LHR - PVG
2 stops19h 05mHainan Airlines
Thu 23/516:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£450
Thu 23/507:45LHR - PVG
2 stops19h 05mHainan Airlines
Thu 30/516:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£451
Wed 22/510:00LCY - PVG
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Mon 3/611:15PVG - LCY
1 stop27h 55mKLM
Deal found 15/5£454

One-way flights to Shanghai from London

Search for one-way flight options from London to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from London to Shanghai can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from London to Shanghai should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Mon 3/620:55LGW - PVG
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£267
Thu 6/621:20LGW - PVG
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£270
Sat 1/622:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£278
Wed 29/522:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£279
Mon 3/620:55LGW - PVG
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£282
Thu 3/1011:50LGW - SHA
1 stop18h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 15/5£282
Mon 21/1022:00LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/5£283
Wed 26/615:30LTN - SHA
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£286
Wed 4/910:20LHR - PVG
1 stop24h 55mFinnair
Deal found 16/5£287

Find flights from London to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£397 - £455

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London GatwickShanghai Pu Dong

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 28/5

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/6

1 stop19h 35m

£397

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 27/10

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/11

1 stop20h 10m

£410

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 5/6

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/6

1 stop16h 40m

£418

London HeathrowShanghai Hongqiao Intl

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 27/10

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/11

1 stop30h 40m

£419

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 18/10

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 25/10

Nonstop14h 40m

£422

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 31/5

2 stops35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/6

2 stops34h 05m

£437

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 27/10

Nonstop12h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/11

Nonstop14h 45m

£447

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 4/6

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 50m

£449

London HeathrowShanghai Pu Dong

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 6/6

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/6

1 stop16h 50m

£455

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When is the best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Midday
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from London to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from London to Shanghai is currently £280 while a return flight costs £428. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £537). Flying from London to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £956). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

£470

February

£455

March

£476

April

£457

May

£493

June

£540

July

£754

August

£647

September

£461

October

£474

November

£424

December

£490

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

4 - 28 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 17 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Shenzhen Airlines, Tianjin Airlines and China Southern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

KLM
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,084 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

SWISS
7.8
Good
1,994 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from London to Shanghai for under £400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Shanghai for under £400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Southern for just £397, but on average you can expect to pay £417.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London to Shanghai for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London to Shanghai under £600. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to Shanghai is less than £559.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London to Shanghai for under £500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than £500.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at £397, China Southern will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Shenzhen Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £418 and £419, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £282. Users have also found prices from £283 and £287 on Shenzhen Airlines and Finnair, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from London to Shanghai consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Shanghai?

    When booking a flight from London to Shanghai, you may want to consider flying on Finnair, British Airways or Air China as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does LHR to SHA mean?

    LHR stands for London Heathrow Airport, while SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from London to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from London to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The London to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
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China SouthernCheapest£325Average£469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£356Average£470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£357Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£382Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest£414Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£421Average£512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£447Average£519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£455Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£464Average£487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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FinnairCheapest£484Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Hourly flight availability from London to Shanghai

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Explore weekly flight availability from London to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
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