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Cheap flights from England to Shanghai, China from £233

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
23 dec. — 30 dec.1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from England to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from England (GBENG) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 18 december 2024.

Round-trip from

£445

One-way from

£233
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 2/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 15m total
  • England to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 05m total
  • England to Shanghai
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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 18 december 2024.

søn. 29/1208:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mKLM
søn. 2/211:25PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 35mKLM
Deal found 17/12£454
man. 30/1211:15MAN - SHA
1 stop15h 05mHainan Airlines
ons. 19/311:40SHA - MAN
1 stop26h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 17/12£480
søn. 29/1208:40LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
søn. 2/222:05PVG - LHR
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£502
søn. 29/1206:10STN - SHA
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
lør. 18/120:50SHA - STN
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£583
man. 30/1206:10MAN - SHA
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
ons. 19/319:35SHA - MAN
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£593
lør. 28/1208:40LCY - PVG
1 stop16h 45mKLM
ons. 22/111:25PVG - LCY
1 stop27h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12£607
søn. 29/1221:00LGW - PVG
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
lør. 18/118:05PVG - LGW
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£617
søn. 29/1219:35LHR - PVG
2 stops53h 50mAir France
søn. 2/211:25PVG - LHR
2 stops28h 35mAir France
Deal found 16/12£626
søn. 29/1217:15LHR - PVG
1 stop19h 30mChina Southern
lør. 18/118:05PVG - LHR
1 stop32h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£667
søn. 29/1207:30STN - PVG
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
lør. 18/120:25PVG - STN
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£680
søn. 29/1221:30LHR - SHA
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
søn. 2/212:25SHA - LHR
1 stop37h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 16/12£695
søn. 29/1221:10LHR - SHA
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
søn. 2/221:35SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£698

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 18 december 2024.

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LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

søn. 2/3

21:10-14:15

1 stop33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

søn. 30/3

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£445

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

fre. 21/3

21:10-17:55

1 stop36h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

søn. 23/3

20:40-19:10

1 stop30h 30m

£445

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

fre. 31/1

07:40-18:45

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

fre. 7/2

20:25-13:10

2 stops24h 45m

£446

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

tor. 30/1

22:00-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

tor. 6/2

16:30-17:55

1 stop33h 25m

£446

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

man. 20/1

11:40-06:35

Nonstop10h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

søn. 9/2

02:15-06:55

Nonstop12h 40m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

ons. 26/3

17:35-19:05

1 stop17h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

tor. 3/4

11:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

fre. 21/2

21:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lør. 1/3

21:00-19:40

2 stops30h 40m

£449

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

ons. 22/1

17:05-19:05

2 stops18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lør. 8/2

11:25-20:50

1 stop17h 25m

£450

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

tir. 18/2

21:30-22:50

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lør. 1/3

08:15-17:55

1 stop17h 40m

£455

LondonShanghai

LCY - PVG

LCYPVG

London City

ons. 19/2

10:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

tor. 27/2

11:25-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

£456

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from England to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 18 december 2024.

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 18 december 2024.

The most flights from GBENG to CN2 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 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 18 december 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from England to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Air China, Cathay Pacific and SWISS. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
356 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
841 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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 Hainan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £233. Users have also found prices from £286 and £287 on China Southern and Tianjin 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 (92%), Virgin Atlantic (67%) or China Southern (63%) 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 £252 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from England to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £893). 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 18 december 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£291Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest£358Average£458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£383Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£406Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£407Average£555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£411Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£413Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapest£418Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£447Average£544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£469Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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