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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai, China from £266

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SHA
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Shanghai are usually found in February or April, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 23 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£441

One-way from

£266

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£457
21/3-24/3
  • 21/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • London to Shanghai
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7/4
  • 7/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£126 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2025.

Sat 22/220:25LGW - PVG
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Fri 7/322:05PVG - LGW
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2£431
Fri 21/310:30LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/319:45PVG - LGW
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£441
Thu 6/311:40LGW - PVG
Nonstop10h 55mAir China
Wed 9/401:25PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 30mAir China
Deal found 22/2£453
Wed 30/411:35LGW - PVG
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Wed 14/509:40PVG - LGW
Nonstop12h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/2£468
Mon 9/612:35LGW - SHA
1 stop15h 20mAir China
Wed 18/618:30SHA - LGW
1 stop19h 05mAir China
Deal found 22/2£525
Sun 23/208:40LGW - SHA
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/306:40SHA - LGW
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£533
Mon 20/1018:35LGW - PVG
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Tue 4/1111:40PVG - LGW
1 stop38h 10mSWISS
Deal found 22/2£557
Wed 19/316:55LGW - PVG
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 26/323:00PVG - LGW
1 stop18h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2£573
Mon 9/609:00LGW - PVG
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 17/600:35PVG - LGW
1 stop19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/2£593
Thu 28/812:00LGW - SHA
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Thu 11/911:50SHA - LGW
1 stop26h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 22/2£849

Find flights from Gatwick to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 23 February 2025.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Shanghai

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Depart

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Price

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Fri 21/3

10:30-06:05

Nonstop11h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/3

19:45-08:00

2 stops44h 15m

£441

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 29/4

21:30-21:00

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/5

18:55-18:30

1 stop30h 35m

£443

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Thu 6/3

11:40-06:35

Nonstop10h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/4

01:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

£453

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 30/4

11:35-05:55

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/5

09:40-15:00

Nonstop12h 20m

£468

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 9/6

12:35-10:55

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/6

18:30-06:35

1 stop19h 05m

£525

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Tue 8/4

20:20-10:30

3 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/4

08:20-08:15

2 stops30h 55m

£533

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

18:35-07:25

1 stop29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/5

10:10-17:50

1 stop38h 40m

£557

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Wed 19/3

16:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/3

23:00-09:25

1 stop18h 25m

£573

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 9/6

09:00-16:20

1 stop24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/6

00:35-13:25

1 stop19h 50m

£593

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Fri 18/7

12:25-14:20

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/8

08:50-06:50

1 stop29h 00m

£949

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from London Gatwick Airport 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 LGW to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 23 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Gatwick 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 23 February 2025.

The most flights from LGW to CN2 are scheduled on a Saturday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 23 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, China Southern and SWISS. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,603 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,818 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 flying from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    China Southern, at £443, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Air China and China Eastern. China Southern is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £275. China Eastern flights start at £337 while deals on Air China start at £348 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £258. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for £447 on average our data indicates £937 when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from London Gatwick Airport 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£360Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£433Average£521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£496Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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