Cheap flights from Shanghai to London
Good to know
Prices are for flights from Shanghai to London for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Shanghai to London to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$648
KLM
1 stop
28 hr
Jun 24 — Jul 9
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to London is currently $648
Cheapest one-way flight
$398
Shenzhen
1 stop
34 hr
Aug 1
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to London is currently $398
Fastest flight
11 hr 55 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to London takes 11 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Shanghai to London per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to London is typically March. The most expensive one is typically September.
March Cheapest
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Typical prices: $580–750 |
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September Most expensive
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Typical prices: $950–1,600 |
Popular airports near Shanghai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Shanghai center and popularity with travelers.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai 44 min 20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)Shanghai 29 min 8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)Hangzhou 2 hr 11 min 93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)Wuxi 1 hr 35 min 64 mi
Popular airports near London
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from London center and popularity with travelers.
- London Stansted Airport (STN)London 1 hr 12 min 30 mi
- Heathrow Airport (LHR)London 45 min 14 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW)London 1 hr 25 min 25 mi
- London Luton Airport (LTN)London 1 hr 7 min 27 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to London
How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to London?
11 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to London.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to London?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in March. Typical prices range from $580 to $750.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to London?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Shanghai to London was with KLM from $648. The best one-way deal was with Shenzhen from $398.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to London available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to London on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to London?
China Eastern, Air China, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Shanghai to London.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to London?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to London starts at $648 from Mon, Jun 24 to Tue, Jul 9. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $398 and departs on Thu, Aug 1.
When should you visit London?
London is a year-round destination, getting busiest Jun–Sep and in the run-up to Christmas and New Year (Dec). Jul–Aug is when many Europeans take holidays, so visitors may face more crowds and limited availability of hotel rooms. Key events include the London Marathon (Apr), Notting Hill Carnival (Aug) and Frieze London art fair (Oct). Sep–May is the city's primary season for theatre, opera, ballet and classical music. Summer’s warmer weather brings many free outdoor music and theatre festivals.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to London
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to London.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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