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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai, China from £280

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SHA
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Shanghai are usually found in October or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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 26 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£434

One-way from

£280

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£620
14/5-17/5
  • 14/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • London to Shanghai
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19/5
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 10m total
  • London to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Shanghai
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 26 April 2025.

Wed 14/522:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/517:30PVG - LHR
1 stop33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£434
Mon 19/522:00LHR - SHA
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 25/508:30SHA - LHR
2 stops42h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/4£440
Tue 10/621:00LHR - SHA
1 stop14h 20mChina Southern
Tue 17/619:45SHA - LHR
1 stop29h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£440
Thu 5/609:55LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Mon 23/611:15PVG - LHR
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 25/4£442
Wed 4/619:15LHR - PVG
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Sat 14/611:05PVG - LHR
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£444
Tue 30/910:00LHR - PVG
1 stop18h 40mGulf Air
Sun 5/1015:55PVG - LHR
1 stop30h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 25/4£451
Wed 28/522:00LHR - PVG
1 stop34h 20mHainan Airlines
Thu 5/616:25PVG - LHR
2 stops34h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/4£456
Wed 15/1022:05LHR - SHA
1 stop37h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 28/1012:45SHA - LHR
1 stop38h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/4£461
Wed 22/1022:05LHR - PVG
1 stop30h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 21/1113:40PVG - LHR
1 stop37h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 25/4£461
Thu 22/522:00LHR - PVG
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Mon 2/618:50PVG - LHR
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Deal found 25/4£501
Fri 6/614:45LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 17/612:55PVG - LHR
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4£518
Mon 2/619:45LHR - PVG
1 stop15h 30mAir France
Thu 12/611:15PVG - LHR
2 stops30h 15mAir France
Deal found 25/4£518

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 26 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Shanghai

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Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 14/5

22:00-23:45

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/5

17:30-20:00

1 stop33h 30m

£434

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Mon 19/5

22:00-22:55

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 25/5

08:30-19:30

2 stops42h 00m

£440

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Mon 19/5

22:00-15:20

2 stops34h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/5

16:25-19:30

2 stops34h 05m

£440

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Tue 10/6

21:00-18:20

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/6

19:45-18:05

1 stop29h 20m

£440

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 5/6

09:55-09:25

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/6

11:15-20:55

1 stop16h 40m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 4/6

19:15-19:50

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/6

11:05-16:15

1 stop36h 10m

£444

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

10:00-11:40

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

15:55-15:20

1 stop30h 25m

£451

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

22:05-18:35

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

12:45-19:10

1 stop38h 25m

£461

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Wed 22/10

22:05-11:55

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/11

13:40-19:10

1 stop37h 30m

£461

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Thu 22/5

22:00-21:50

1 stop16h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

18:50-17:45

1 stop29h 55m

£501

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

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 18 April 2025.

Booking 90 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 £558). Flying from London Heathrow 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 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 26 April 2025.

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 afternoon, 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 Thursday afternoons 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 26 April 2025.

The most flights from LHR to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 26 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from London to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,456 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
ANA
8.3
Very Good
853 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Related info for your journey

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

    Hainan Airlines, at £440, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and KLM. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai are Hainan Airlines (£286), Beijing Capital Airlines (£287), and China Southern (£290).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Consider Air France (100%), China Eastern (90%) or China Southern (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.

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

    While on average a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai is generally £2,333, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £298. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay £400 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 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 £558). Flying from London Heathrow 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 26 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£365Average£457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£365Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest£366Average£468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapest£370Average£405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£385Average£567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£398Average£556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest£410Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest£412Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Gulf AirCheapest£442Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£445Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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