What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Shanghai round-trip?

Currently priced at £442, China Southern will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £446 and £451, respectively. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £262. Users have also found prices from £279 and £280 on Hainan Airlines and Air China, respectively.

What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai?

When deciding which route to take from London to Shanghai consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from London to Shanghai?

On average you can expect to pay £2,422 for a flight from London to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is £266 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at £24.

What are the most reliable airlines from London to Shanghai?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to Shanghai on time: Air France (100%), China Eastern (91%), China Southern (66%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Shanghai?

When booking a flight from London to Shanghai, you may want to consider flying on British Airways, Air China or Cathay Pacific as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to Shanghai?

Travelers have found that booking a Saturday departure is the best way to save up to 13% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Shanghai?

Find a great deal and save up to 6% by booking at least 35 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from London to Shanghai within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at £475.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai?

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from London. Users have commonly found prices around £549 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £384. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from London to Shanghai?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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.

£262+ Flights from London to Shanghai, China

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in May or March, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Shanghai

Round-trip from	£442
One-way from	£262
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£561

China Southern
9/5-26/5
2 total stops
34h 20m total
London to Shanghai

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China Southern
24/4
1 total stop
19h 10m total
London to Shanghai

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£110 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from London to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Fri 9/522:10LHR - SHA

1 stop17h 10mChina Southern

Mon 26/508:50SHA - LHR

1 stop17h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£442

Sat 26/421:20LHR - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/523:05PVG - LHR

1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£442

Thu 15/506:00STN - PVG

1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 29/508:55PVG - STN

2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£442

Tue 27/522:10LHR - PVG

1 stop19h 10mChina Southern

Mon 2/619:35PVG - LHR

1 stop29h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£443

Mon 19/519:15LGW - PVG

2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 22/508:55PVG - LGW

2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/4£444

Thu 8/511:25LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mAir China

Sat 10/501:25PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 30mAir China

Deal found 11/4£446

Fri 16/518:50STN - SHA

2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 19/510:50SHA - STN

2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£447

Tue 29/411:45LHR - PVG

1 stop14h 40mKLM

Wed 14/511:15PVG - LHR

1 stop33h 35mKLM

Deal found 11/4£451

Mon 26/519:15LGW - SHA

2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/618:50SHA - LGW

2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£452

Wed 14/519:25LTN - SHA

2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 28/520:00SHA - LTN

2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£454

Sat 26/422:05LHR - SHA

1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines

Sun 11/511:40SHA - LHR

1 stop39h 10mShenzhen Airlines

Deal found 11/4£454

Wed 30/422:05LHR - PVG

1 stop35h 25mShenzhen Airlines

Sat 10/521:15PVG - LHR

1 stop29h 45mShenzhen Airlines

Deal found 11/4£454

Best flights from London to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from London to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Fri 9/522:10LHR - SHA

1 stop17h 10mChina Southern

Mon 26/508:50SHA - LHR

1 stop17h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£442

Sat 26/421:20LHR - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/523:05PVG - LHR

1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£442

Thu 8/511:25LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mAir China

Sat 10/501:25PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 30mAir China

Deal found 11/4£446

Tue 29/411:45LHR - PVG

1 stop14h 40mKLM

Wed 14/511:15PVG - LHR

1 stop33h 35mKLM

Deal found 11/4£451

Sat 26/422:05LHR - SHA

1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines

Sun 11/511:40SHA - LHR

1 stop39h 10mShenzhen Airlines

Deal found 11/4£454

Sat 26/411:35LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern

Sun 11/510:45PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 11/4£464

Sun 27/422:00LHR - SHA

2 stops29h 15mTianjin Airlines

Thu 15/511:20SHA - LHR

2 stops39h 40mTianjin Airlines

Deal found 11/4£464

Tue 23/910:00LHR - PVG

1 stop18h 40mGulf Air

Wed 15/1015:55PVG - LHR

1 stop30h 25mGulf Air

Deal found 11/4£468

Fri 2/522:00LHR - PVG

2 stops34h 20mHainan Airlines

Sun 18/523:05PVG - LHR

1 stop27h 25mHainan Airlines

Deal found 11/4£470

Thu 15/512:10LHR - PVG

Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways

Tue 20/511:00PVG - LHR

Nonstop14h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/4£472

Fri 9/518:20LHR - PVG

1 stop16h 30mCathay Pacific

Mon 12/507:20PVG - LHR

1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/4£496

Thu 15/521:10STN - PVG

1 stop18h 10mEmirates

Mon 19/500:05PVG - STN

1 stop19h 50mEmirates

Deal found 11/4£537

Direct flights from London to Shanghai
Explore direct flight options from London to Shanghai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Thu 8/511:25LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mAir China

Sat 10/501:25PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 30mAir China

Deal found 11/4£446

Sat 26/411:35LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern

Sun 11/510:45PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 11/4£464

Thu 15/512:10LHR - PVG

Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways

Tue 20/511:00PVG - LHR

Nonstop14h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/4£472

Mon 5/521:20LHR - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern

Tue 13/512:55PVG - LHR

Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern

Deal found 11/4£492

Tue 29/411:35LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 14/501:25PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£604

Tue 29/412:10LHR - PVG

Nonstop12h 45mChina Southern

Thu 15/511:00PVG - LHR

Nonstop14h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£764

Fri 13/612:10LHR - PVG

Nonstop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/811:00PVG - LHR

Nonstop14h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£1,970

Last-minute flights from London to Shanghai
Discover last-minute flight deals from London to Shanghai. Data last updated 12 April 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 18/411:15LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 30mAir China

Sat 3/501:25PVG - LGW

Nonstop12h 30mAir China

Deal found 11/4£554

Fri 18/422:05LHR - PVG

1 stop29h 50mShenzhen Airlines

Sun 4/512:00PVG - LHR

1 stop38h 50mShenzhen Airlines

Deal found 11/4£560

Fri 18/418:50STN - SHA

2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 25/413:00SHA - STN

3 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£593

Sat 19/421:00LHR - SHA

1 stop14h 20mChina Southern

Mon 5/515:30SHA - LHR

1 stop33h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£492

Sat 19/422:10LHR - PVG

1 stop35h 20mChina Southern

Mon 5/519:35PVG - LHR

1 stop29h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£492

Sat 19/422:40LHR - PVG

1 stop16h 55mAir China

Mon 5/513:20PVG - LHR

2 stops37h 55mAir China

Deal found 11/4£577

Sat 19/411:25LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/522:05PVG - LGW

1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£603

Sat 19/422:40LHR - SHA

1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/523:05SHA - LHR

2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£647

Sat 19/409:30LHR - PVG

1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/512:55PVG - LHR

Nonstop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£660

Mon 21/422:05LHR - SHA

1 stop29h 30mShenzhen Airlines

Tue 6/519:50SHA - LHR

1 stop31h 10mShenzhen Airlines

Deal found 10/4£590

Mon 21/419:15LGW - SHA

2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 25/409:55SHA - LGW

3 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£691

Mon 21/418:20LHR - PVG

1 stop18h 55mCathay Pacific

Wed 7/508:35PVG - LHR

1 stop19h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 10/4£692

One-way flights from London to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from London to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Thu 24/422:10LHR - PVG

1 stop19h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£262

Thu 1/506:00STN - SHA

2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£262

Fri 6/619:25LTN - PVG

2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£262

Mon 21/406:00STN - PVG

1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£262

Wed 11/621:20LGW - PVG

3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£263

Fri 20/619:15LGW - SHA

2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£263

Wed 11/622:00LHR - PVG

1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£266

Thu 1/522:10LHR - SHA

1 stop17h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£269

Tue 10/621:30LGW - PVG

1 stop29h 55mChina Southern

Deal found 11/4£272

Wed 28/522:00LHR - SHA

1 stop17h 55mHainan Airlines

Deal found 11/4£279

Wed 16/411:15LGW - PVG

Nonstop11h 30mAir China

Deal found 11/4£280

Mon 21/408:30LTN - SHA

3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4£280

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

22:10-22:20

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/5

08:50-19:00

1 stop17h 10m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

21:20-15:40

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/5

23:05-19:30

1 stop27h 25m

£442

LondonShanghai

STN - PVG

STNPVG

London Stansted

Thu 15/5

06:00-05:35

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/5

08:55-23:55

2 stops22h 00m

£442

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

22:10-00:20

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

19:35-18:05

1 stop29h 30m

£443

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Mon 19/5

19:15-13:00

2 stops34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/5

08:55-10:30

2 stops32h 35m

£444

LondonShanghai

LGW - PVG

LGWPVG

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

11:25-05:45

Nonstop11h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

01:25-06:55

Nonstop12h 30m

£446

LondonShanghai

STN - SHA

STNSHA

London Stansted

Fri 16/5

18:50-10:20

2 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/5

10:50-11:25

2 stops31h 35m

£447

LondonShanghai

LHR - PVG

LHRPVG

London Heathrow

Tue 29/4

11:45-09:25

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/5

11:15-13:50

1 stop33h 35m

£451

LondonShanghai

LGW - SHA

LGWSHA

London Gatwick

Mon 26/5

19:15-10:20

2 stops32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/6

18:50-10:30

2 stops22h 40m

£452

LondonShanghai

LHR - SHA

LHRSHA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

22:05-10:35

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/5

11:40-19:50

1 stop39h 10m

£454

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Best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai

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

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

The best time to book flights from London to Shanghai is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

It’s optimal to fly from London to Shanghai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Shanghai

The most flights from LON to CN2 are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai 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

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

To help decide which airline to fly from London to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, ANA and China Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

ANA

8.3

Very Good

837 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

China Airlines

8.2

Very Good

729 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Hainan Airlines

8.1

Very Good

37 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Garuda Indonesia

8.1

Very Good

71 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,172 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Shanghai round-trip?
Currently priced at £442, China Southern will fly you from London to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £446 and £451, respectively. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Shanghai one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £262. Users have also found prices from £279 and £280 on Hainan Airlines and Air China, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London to Shanghai?
When deciding which route to take from London to Shanghai consider London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, London Heathrow - Shanghai Pu Dong or London Gatwick - Shanghai Pu Dong as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from London to Shanghai?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to Shanghai on time: Air France (100%), China Eastern (91%), China Southern (66%).
What are the cheapest flights from London to Shanghai?
On average you can expect to pay £2,422 for a flight from London to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is £266 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at £24.
Can I find deals for flights from London to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on London to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from London to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Shanghai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shanghai (average of £558). Flying from London 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 London to Shanghai

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
China Southern	Cheapest£348	Average£445	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
KLM	Cheapest£371	Average£466	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Hainan Airlines	Cheapest£372	Average£564	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time61%	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Air France	Cheapest£378	Average£413	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£393	Average£587	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	Cheapest£408	Average£554	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Air China	Cheapest£418	Average£537	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Finnair	Cheapest£420	Average£567	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Finnair flights
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest£443	Average£759	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£453	Average£541	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Shanghai are usually found in May or March, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai

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

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 12 April 2025.

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

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Weekly flight availability from London to Shanghai

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.