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Cheap flights from Shanghai to London Heathrow 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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LHR
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Shanghai to London Heathrow are usually found in May or April, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Heathrow 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 - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/12

21:10-17:55

2 stops28h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 30/12

21:00-10:30

2 stops29h 30m

£505

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/12

21:10-17:35

2 stops28h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 26/12

06:50-05:00

1 stop14h 10m

£523

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/12

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/12

18:30-13:20

3 stops34h 50m

£561

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/1

06:15-13:50

1 stop39h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

09:10-21:05

1 stop27h 55m

£566

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/12

10:55-18:10

Nonstop15h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 7/1

22:00-13:10

1 stop31h 10m

£571

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/12

17:55-14:30

1 stop28h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 2/1

20:55-09:55

1 stop29h 00m

£610

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/3

08:55-13:55

Nonstop13h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/6

21:20-15:40

Nonstop11h 20m

£633

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/12

19:50-17:55

1 stop30h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/12

21:30-14:55

1 stop33h 25m

£653

ShanghaiLondon

PVG - LHR

PVGLHR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/12

10:55-18:10

Nonstop15h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 4/1

12:35-09:10

Nonstop12h 35m

£663

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/12

07:45-15:55

1 stop16h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 26/12

21:35-10:30

1 stop28h 55m

£664

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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Heathrow

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

Round-trip from

£505

One-way from

£232

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May
Hainan Airlines
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  • 15/12-30/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Shanghai to London
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  • 28/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Shanghai to London
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Sun 15/1221:10PVG - LHR
2 stops28h 45mHainan Airlines
Mon 30/1221:00LHR - PVG
2 stops29h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 20/11£505
Wed 27/1110:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 15mChina Southern
Tue 3/1221:30LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11£517
Sun 15/1220:40SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 4/121:10LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/11£518
Thu 19/1221:10PVG - LHR
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/1206:50LHR - PVG
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£523
Thu 5/1211:15SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1218:30LHR - SHA
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£561
Thu 28/1117:55PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/1220:55LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11£571
Mon 25/1117:30PVG - LHR
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 30/1111:00LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11£574
Wed 27/1122:05PVG - LHR
2 stops26h 00mKLM
Wed 4/1210:00LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 25mKLM
Deal found 20/11£578
Mon 25/1122:30SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 30/1111:00LHR - SHA
1 stop17h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11£596
Wed 27/1110:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop15h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 1/1212:35LHR - PVG
Nonstop12h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£640
Sun 1/1219:50SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 05mChina Southern
Wed 4/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11£653
Thu 19/1207:45SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 10mAir China
Thu 26/1221:35LHR - SHA
1 stop28h 55mAir China
Deal found 19/11£664

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Heathrow

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Heathrow

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport is 42 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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 LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai 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 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Heathrow. 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 LHR are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Shanghai to London, see what other customers have to say about Hainan Airlines, China Southern and Etihad Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
765 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Garuda Indonesia
7.9
Good
89 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Hainan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to London Heathrow Airport, with prices starting at £505. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at £566 and £571, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    £238 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Thai Airways and Tianjin Airlines, with prices starting from £244 and £260, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport?

    Before booking your flight to London Heathrow Airport from Shanghai, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (100%), China Eastern (100%), Virgin Atlantic( 77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport is £388. On average you can expect to pay £921. The most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for £533.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Shanghai to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£494Average£729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£507Average£758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest£509Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£510Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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