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Cheap flights from England to Shanghai, China from £213

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from England to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£429

One-way from

£213

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£444
23/3-30/3
  • 23/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • England to Shanghai
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10/3
  • 10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • England to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£113 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from England to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Sun 23/321:10LHR - SHA
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/307:45SHA - LHR
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£429
Sat 22/220:25LGW - PVG
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Fri 7/322:05PVG - LGW
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2£431
Sun 23/321:10LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 30/321:45PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 21/2£432
Sun 2/322:00LHR - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Fri 4/408:50SHA - LHR
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2£432
Fri 28/221:10LHR - PVG
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/320:40PVG - LHR
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£432
Sun 2/306:00STN - PVG
3 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/411:55PVG - STN
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£432
Tue 6/508:40MAN - SHA
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/519:00SHA - MAN
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£433
Tue 6/508:40MAN - PVG
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/511:05PVG - MAN
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£433
Mon 26/512:15MAN - SHA
1 stop14h 45mHainan Airlines
Thu 29/519:00SHA - MAN
1 stop18h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/2£436
Mon 26/512:15MAN - PVG
1 stop14h 35mHainan Airlines
Thu 29/511:05PVG - MAN
1 stop26h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/2£436
Wed 5/305:55STN - SHA
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:50SHA - STN
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£439
Sun 23/317:00LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/312:55PVG - LGW
2 stops50h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£440

Find flights from England to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from England to Shanghai 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 22 February 2025.

Fly from

England

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 2/5

22:05-13:35

1 stop32h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/5

21:35-19:50

1 stop29h 15m

£428

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 23/3

21:10-11:00

1 stop29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/3

21:45-19:50

1 stop29h 05m

£432

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sun 9/3

21:10-18:00

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/3

07:20-19:10

1 stop19h 50m

£432

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 25/3

08:50-18:15

1 stop17h 25m

£433

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Tue 6/5

08:40-17:40

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/5

19:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

£433

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - SHA

MANSHA

Manchester

Mon 26/5

12:15-10:00

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/5

19:00-06:45

1 stop18h 45m

£436

ManchesterShanghai

MAN - PVG

MANPVG

Manchester

Mon 26/5

12:15-09:50

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/5

11:05-06:45

1 stop26h 40m

£436

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

22:00-10:15

2 stops29h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/5

11:20-20:00

2 stops39h 40m

£438

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

21:30-10:25

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/5

22:05-18:30

1 stop27h 25m

£443

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Fri 14/3

21:40-00:40

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/3

07:30-19:00

1 stop19h 30m

£447

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Best time to book a flight from England to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from England to Shanghai

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Shanghai?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from England to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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 ENG to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from England to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

When flying from England to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from England to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from England to Shanghai. 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 22 February 2025.

The most flights from GBENG to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai 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 when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from England to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, ANA and Garuda Indonesia. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
76 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from England to Shanghai. 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 to fly from England to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Tianjin Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £266. Users have also found prices from £286 and £289 on China Southern and Beijing Capital Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from England to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from England to Shanghai is London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from England to Shanghai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from England to Shanghai consider choosing China Eastern (98%), China Southern (79%) or British Airways (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from England to Shanghai?

    On average you can expect to pay £1,670 for a flight from England to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is £290 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at £418.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from England to Shanghai 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 England to Shanghai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from England to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £907). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from England to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£359Average£453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£376Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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KLMCheapest£384Average£544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£390Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£401Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£407Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£409Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest£431Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£439Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£467Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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