Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai 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 25/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in October or November, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday
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Return
Price
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sat 26/4
22:05-13:55
1 stop32h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 11/5
07:20-20:00
1 stop19h 40m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Wed 14/5
22:05-10:15
1 stop29h 10m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 27/5
21:30-20:00
1 stop29h 30m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Tue 4/3
07:10-05:00
1 stop13h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 16/3
22:05-17:55
1 stop27h 50m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Tue 3/12
10:00-09:25
1 stop15h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 26/12
11:25-20:50
1 stop17h 25m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Sun 16/3
17:15-20:45
1 stop19h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 30/3
06:55-18:05
1 stop19h 10m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Sat 26/4
22:05-10:35
1 stop29h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 11/5
15:45-19:50
1 stop35h 05m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Thu 6/3
21:30-11:10
1 stop29h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 27/3
16:30-17:55
1 stop33h 25m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Mon 2/12
22:00-22:15
1 stop16h 15m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 5/12
11:15-19:40
2 stops40h 25m
LondonShanghai
LHR - PVG
LHRPVG
London Heathrow
Fri 10/1
21:50-10:05
2 stops28h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 18/1
21:00-19:40
2 stops30h 40m
LondonShanghai
LHR - SHA
LHRSHA
London Heathrow
Fri 10/1
17:40-16:55
1 stop15h 15m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sat 18/1
22:30-17:50
1 stop27h 20m
Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 21 November 2024.
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.
Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Shanghai
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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to Shanghai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Booking 14 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai (average of £541). Flying from London Heathrow Airport 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 LHR to PVG?
Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 21 November 2024.
When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.
Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai
Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow 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 21 November 2024.
The most flights from LHR 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 21 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines, China Southern and SWISS from London to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
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Entertainment
Food
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I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Crew
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Boarding
Reviews
I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Crew
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Boarding
Reviews
I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Crew
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Boarding
Reviews
I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Crew
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Boarding
Reviews
I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
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