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Cheap flights from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £268

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SHA
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in November or February, 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£430

One-way from

£268

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£484
23/3-30/3
  • 23/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£83 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Sun 23/321:10LHR - SHA
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/307:45SHA - LHR
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£430
Wed 5/305:55STN - SHA
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:50SHA - STN
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£440
Sun 2/321:10LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 15/317:40SHA - LHR
1 stop33h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/2£444
Wed 5/317:15LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 25mChina Southern
Wed 12/308:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2£445
Wed 5/321:00LGW - SHA
3 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/320:50SHA - LGW
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£445
Tue 1/420:25LHR - SHA
1 stop18h 25mAir China
Tue 8/407:55SHA - LHR
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 20/2£499
Thu 25/912:35LGW - SHA
1 stop15h 20mAir China
Sat 11/1020:25SHA - LGW
1 stop17h 10mAir China
Deal found 20/2£512
Wed 5/308:40LHR - SHA
2 stops28h 00mXiamenAir
Wed 12/307:25SHA - LHR
2 stops32h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 21/2£544
Tue 1/416:10LTN - SHA
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/408:35SHA - LTN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£555
Sun 30/322:00LHR - SHA
2 stops29h 15mTianjin Airlines
Thu 10/411:20SHA - LHR
2 stops39h 40mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 20/2£557
Wed 17/912:20LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 2/1022:30SHA - LHR
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2£566
Tue 1/417:50LCY - SHA
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/408:35SHA - LCY
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£681

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 21 February 2025.

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London

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Hongqiao Intl

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Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 23/3

21:10-23:55

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/3

07:45-19:00

1 stop19h 15m

£430

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Wed 5/3

05:55-10:10

2 stops20h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/3

16:50-15:25

2 stops30h 35m

£440

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 5/3

17:15-17:40

1 stop16h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/3

08:50-18:15

1 stop17h 25m

£445

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 5/3

21:00-20:20

3 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/3

20:50-12:40

2 stops23h 50m

£445

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/5

15:35-19:50

1 stop35h 15m

£448

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 1/4

20:25-21:50

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/4

07:55-17:45

1 stop16h 50m

£499

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Wed 2/4

12:35-12:40

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/4

21:30-06:35

1 stop16h 05m

£527

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 5/3

08:40-20:40

2 stops28h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/3

07:25-07:40

2 stops32h 15m

£544

LondonShanghai

LTN - SHA

LTNSHA

London Luton

Tue 1/4

16:10-18:20

2 stops19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/4

08:35-21:45

2 stops20h 10m

£555

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 30/3

22:00-10:15

2 stops29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/4

11:20-20:00

2 stops39h 40m

£557

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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 14 February 2025.

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 21 February 2025.

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 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA and Japan 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

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

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 China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £445 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Shenzhen Airlines and Air China, starting at £448 and £499 round-trip. China Southern is priced at 20% 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 £273 on Tianjin Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from £283 and Shenzhen Airlines from £300 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.

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    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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China SouthernCheapest£369Average£464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£386Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£390Average£464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£391Average£424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£408Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£410Average£539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest£450Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£458Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£470Average£502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£477Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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