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Cheap flights from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport from £232

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LGW
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Gatwick 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 939,815 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 16/1

18:05-16:10

2 stops30h 05m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/3

13:10-05:05

2 stops31h 55m

£509

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/1

13:50-16:10

2 stops34h 20m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/3

06:25-17:55

2 stops27h 30m

£519

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 16/1

06:15-18:25

1 stop20h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/3

09:40-21:05

1 stop27h 25m

£545

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/3

01:50-06:30

Nonstop12h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/6

11:35-05:55

Nonstop11h 20m

£601

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/12

02:15-06:55

Nonstop12h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 7/1

11:40-06:45

Nonstop11h 05m

£609

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/12

20:50-07:00

1 stop18h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 26/12

11:10-14:10

1 stop19h 00m

£730

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/12

23:45-12:35

1 stop20h 50m

London Gatwick

Thu 4/9

14:55-16:30

1 stop18h 35m

£822

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/12

23:00-16:00

1 stop25h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 30/12

16:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

£890

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/12

11:40-17:50

1 stop38h 10m

London Gatwick

Sat 4/1

15:15-08:25

2 stops33h 10m

£896

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LGW

PVGLGW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/12

20:25-07:00

1 stop18h 35m

London Gatwick

Thu 26/12

11:10-23:35

2 stops28h 25m

£1,020

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Gatwick (LGW). 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 21 November 2024.

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£509

One-way from

£232

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  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 00m total
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  • 6/12
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  • 35h 20m total
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Wed 27/1118:05PVG - LGW
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1221:00LGW - PVG
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£498
Thu 28/1106:15PVG - LGW
1 stop37h 25mEmirates
Sun 8/1209:40LGW - PVG
1 stop27h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/11£516
Sun 15/1208:50SHA - LGW
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1205:55LGW - SHA
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£553
Wed 27/1101:50PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 8/1210:30LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11£581
Mon 16/1202:15PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 40mAir China
Tue 7/111:40LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 05mAir China
Deal found 20/11£609
Thu 19/1220:50SHA - LGW
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Thu 26/1211:10LGW - SHA
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£730
Mon 30/1223:45PVG - LGW
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 4/914:55LGW - PVG
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11£822
Sun 15/1223:00PVG - LGW
1 stop25h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/1216:55LGW - PVG
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/11£890
Sat 14/1211:40PVG - LGW
1 stop38h 10mSWISS
Sat 4/115:15LGW - PVG
2 stops33h 10mSWISS
Deal found 20/11£896
Thu 19/1220:25PVG - LGW
1 stop18h 35mChina Southern
Thu 26/1211:10LGW - PVG
2 stops28h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£1,020
Sat 14/1221:30SHA - LGW
1 stop16h 05mAir China
Fri 3/111:35LGW - SHA
1 stop14h 20mAir China
Deal found 20/11£1,411
Wed 27/1100:10PVG - LGW
1 stop38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sun 8/1209:25LGW - PVG
1 stop28h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11£1,660

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Gatwick

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Gatwick

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to Gatwick including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport (average of £101). Flying from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £139). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to LGW?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Gatwick. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

When flying from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Gatwick. 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from CN2 to LGW are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Gatwick by month

Plan your trip to Gatwick by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Gatwick Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Gatwick Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Gatwick by month

Plan your trip to Gatwick by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Gatwick Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, China Eastern and Air China from Shanghai to London have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

China Southern
7.7
Good
122 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at £545, Emirates will fly you from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and Air China - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £601 and £609, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport are Qatar Airways (£287), China Southern (£331), and Emirates (£333).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport?

    While on average a flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport is generally £538, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £375. When looking at the most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Gatwick), you can expect to pay £478 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport (average of £101). Flying from Shanghai to London Gatwick Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £139). 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.

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