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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to London Heathrow Airport from £247

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London Heathrow are usually found in November or December, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£494

One-way from

£247

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£654
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 1/4-14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Shanghai to London
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  • 29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • Shanghai to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 1/419:50SHA - LHR
1 stop31h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 14/422:05LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/2£494
Fri 7/307:30SHA - LHR
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/321:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£496
Thu 6/311:15SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 25mTianjin Airlines
Sun 23/321:50LHR - SHA
2 stops28h 10mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 20/2£520
Tue 4/319:05SHA - LHR
1 stop26h 55mChina Southern
Tue 18/321:30LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2£525
Thu 6/321:45SHA - LHR
2 stops31h 05mXiamenAir
Sat 22/311:15LHR - SHA
2 stops25h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 20/2£555
Wed 5/313:35SHA - LHR
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Sun 23/320:15LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2£581
Sun 2/309:00SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 55mHainan Airlines
Fri 7/307:10LHR - SHA
2 stops19h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 20/2£642
Sun 9/322:30SHA - LHR
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Tue 25/317:40LHR - SHA
1 stop21h 15mAir China
Deal found 20/2£660
Mon 24/318:25SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 05mKorean Air
Sun 20/419:35LHR - SHA
1 stop38h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 20/2£1,095
Sun 23/319:40SHA - LHR
2 stops31h 40mEVA Air
Mon 21/421:35LHR - SHA
2 stops35h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 20/2£1,123

Find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow within your budget

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Fly from

Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/4

19:50-20:00

1 stop31h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/4

22:05-14:25

1 stop33h 20m

£494

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/3

07:30-19:10

1 stop19h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

£496

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/3

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 23/3

21:50-10:00

2 stops28h 10m

£520

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/3

19:05-14:00

1 stop26h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/3

21:30-11:10

1 stop29h 40m

£525

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/3

21:45-20:50

2 stops31h 05m

London Heathrow

Sat 22/3

11:15-20:40

2 stops25h 25m

£555

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/3

13:35-06:20

1 stop24h 45m

London Heathrow

Sun 23/3

20:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

£581

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/3

22:30-17:50

1 stop27h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 25/3

17:40-22:55

1 stop21h 15m

£660

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 23/3

09:00-17:55

2 stops40h 55m

London Heathrow

Sun 20/4

06:50-10:00

2 stops20h 10m

£776

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/3

18:25-16:30

1 stop30h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 20/4

19:35-17:05

1 stop38h 30m

£1,095

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 23/3

19:40-19:20

2 stops31h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

21:35-16:30

2 stops35h 55m

£1,123

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Travel insights for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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 SHA to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines from Shanghai to London. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,037 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport round-trip from £494. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Tianjin Airlines, from £520, and China Southern, from £525. Shenzhen Airlines is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Hainan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £292. Users have also found prices from £306 and £324 on Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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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