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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £286

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from London to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£447

One-way from

£286

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£674
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 15/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 25m total
  • London to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • London to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from London to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Sun 29/1206:10STN - SHA
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/120:50SHA - STN
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£584
Tue 31/1217:40LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mAir China
Tue 14/108:55SHA - LHR
1 stop15h 00mAir China
Deal found 18/12£585
Sun 29/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Sun 2/220:05SHA - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£712
Sun 29/1221:10LHR - SHA
1 stop35h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 2/212:45SHA - LHR
1 stop38h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 17/12£794
Sat 28/1221:35LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/121:50SHA - LHR
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£795
Thu 19/1221:05LGW - SHA
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/117:40SHA - LGW
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£801
Sun 29/1221:50LHR - SHA
2 stops28h 10mTianjin Airlines
Sat 18/111:15SHA - LHR
2 stops40h 25mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 17/12£866
Wed 18/1211:35LGW - SHA
1 stop22h 20mAir China
Sat 11/111:30SHA - LGW
1 stop26h 05mAir China
Deal found 18/12£930
Sun 29/1217:50LHR - SHA
1 stop19h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/213:35SHA - LHR
2 stops35h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/12£988
Sat 28/1208:40LCY - SHA
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/107:25SHA - LCY
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£991
Thu 19/1208:25LTN - SHA
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/108:40SHA - LTN
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,023
Sun 29/1207:10LHR - SHA
2 stops19h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 2/219:35SHA - LHR
2 stops22h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 17/12£1,272

Find flights from London to Hongqiao Intl within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Hongqiao Intl 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 15/3

21:10-10:25

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/3

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 15/5

22:10-21:30

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/5

20:50-19:05

1 stop29h 15m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 15/3

21:10-23:55

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/3

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£458

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 10/1

11:35-11:55

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 18/1

16:30-05:35

1 stop21h 05m

£467

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Wed 15/1

05:55-10:10

2 stops20h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/1

11:40-11:25

2 stops31h 45m

£488

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 14/1

17:40-16:55

1 stop15h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/1

22:30-17:50

1 stop27h 20m

£497

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Sat 1/2

20:25-13:20

3 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/2

22:30-17:25

3 stops26h 55m

£539

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 12/1

21:50-10:00

2 stops28h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/1

11:15-19:40

2 stops40h 25m

£543

LondonShanghai

LTN - SHA

LTNSHA

London Luton

Thu 2/1

14:55-18:35

2 stops19h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 8/1

19:50-21:25

2 stops33h 35m

£570

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 2/3

19:10-15:20

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/3

22:30-17:20

1 stop26h 50m

£592

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Travel insights for flights from London to Hongqiao Intl

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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 LON to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 31 March 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 28.0 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 Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China and Shenzhen Airlines from London to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.

Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
839 reviews
Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.

China Southern
7.5
Good
92 reviews
Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Shenzhen Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £447 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Air China, starting at £450 and £467 round-trip. Shenzhen Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £286 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Tianjin Airlines from £290 and Shenzhen Airlines from £293 one-way.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Hongqiao Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Hongqiao Intl 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 London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). 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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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£333Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£367Average£469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£384Average£593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£406Average£524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£411Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£413Average£531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£421Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest£437Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£448Average£481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£474Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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