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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai, China from £1,305

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — SHA
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£1,305

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£564
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/4-27/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Glasgow to Shanghai
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Best flights from Glasgow to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Glasgow to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Wed 23/406:10GLA - PVG
1 stop25h 40mLufthansa
Sun 27/423:35PVG - GLA
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£1,305
Wed 23/420:30GLA - PVG
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/401:50PVG - GLA
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,566
Wed 23/413:30GLA - PVG
2 stops21h 25mAir France
Sun 27/421:40PVG - GLA
2 stops32h 30mAir France
Deal found 18/12£1,730
Wed 23/413:25GLA - PVG
1 stop17h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 27/412:20PVG - GLA
1 stop16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12£2,298
Wed 23/416:50GLA - SHA
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/408:55SHA - GLA
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£2,884

Find flights from Glasgow to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 19 December 2024.

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GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

06:10-14:50

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

23:35-12:25

2 stops19h 50m

£1,305

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

20:30-06:00

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 26/4

01:50-22:50

2 stops28h 00m

£1,566

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

13:30-17:55

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

21:40-23:10

2 stops32h 30m

£1,730

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - PVG

GLAPVG

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

13:25-13:25

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

12:20-21:45

1 stop16h 25m

£2,298

GlasgowShanghai

GLA - SHA

GLASHA

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

16:50-19:00

2 stops19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 27/4

08:55-21:45

2 stops19h 50m

£2,884

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Deals found on 18/12

Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from Glasgow 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 GLA to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow 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 19 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Glasgow to Shanghai as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai?

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

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

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 19 December 2024.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Air France upgraded me on this flight. Thank you! Food was excellent and staff were great.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Air France upgraded me on this flight. Thank you! Food was excellent and staff were great.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
155 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Air France upgraded me on this flight. Thank you! Food was excellent and staff were great.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,087 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Air France upgraded me on this flight. Thank you! Food was excellent and staff were great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Glasgow to Shanghai round-trip from £1,305. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from £1,730, and China Eastern, from £2,298.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Shanghai (average of £556). Flying from Glasgow 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 5 airlines flying from Glasgow to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£370Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest£388Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£408Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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British AirwaysCheapest£482Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£515Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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