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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai from £260

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai departing on 23/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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22:00 - 23:45LHR-PVG
18h 45m1 stop
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17:10 - 20:00PVG-LHR
33h 50m1 stop
Wed, 16 Apr - Tue, 6 May
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22:00 - 23:45LHR-PVG
18h 45m1 stop
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17:30 - 20:00PVG-LHR
33h 30m1 stop
Sat, 10 May - Sat, 17 May
China Southern Logo
19:15 - 19:50LHR-PVG
17h 35m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:05 - 16:15PVG-LHR
36h 10m1 stop
£443China Southern
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Sun, 4 May - Sat, 10 May
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 09:20LHR-SHA
28h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
19:45 - 18:05SHA-LHR
29h 20m1 stop
£448China Southern
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Fri, 25 Apr - Wed, 14 May
Air China Logo
20:25 - 18:00LHR-SHA
14h 35m1 stop
Air China Logo
20:45 - 20:30SHA-LHR
30h 45m2 stops
£513Air China
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Mon, 21 Apr - Sun, 18 May
China Eastern Logo
09:00 - 06:55LHR-PVG
14h 55m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
12:55 - 18:40PVG-LHR
12h 45mdirect
£516China Eastern
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Wed, 30 Apr - Sat, 10 May
China Eastern Logo
21:20 - 15:40LHR-PVG
11h 20mdirect
China Eastern Logo
12:55 - 18:40PVG-LHR
12h 45mdirect
£520China Eastern
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Mon, 28 Apr - Mon, 5 May
Air China Logo
20:25 - 22:50LHR-PVG
19h 25m1 stop
Air China Logo
07:30 - 20:30PVG-LHR
20h 00m2 stops
£523Air China
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Tue, 29 Apr - Wed, 7 May
British Airways Logo
12:10 - 07:55LHR-PVG
12h 45mdirect
British Airways Logo
11:00 - 18:30PVG-LHR
14h 30mdirect
£558British Airways
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Fri, 16 May - Thu, 29 May
British Airways Logo
12:10 - 07:55LHR-PVG
12h 45mdirect
British Airways Logo
11:00 - 18:30PVG-LHR
14h 30mdirect
£559British Airways
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Fri, 16 May - Thu, 29 May

Hainan Airlines flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
28 May
LHR22:00London Heathrow
34h 20m
1 stop
PVG15:20Shanghai Pu Dong
8 Jun
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 15m
2 stops
LHR19:30London Heathrow
Hainan Airlines
9 May
LHR22:00London Heathrow
38h 05m
2 stops
PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong
18 May
PVG23:05Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 25m
1 stop
LHR19:30London Heathrow
Hainan Airlines
16 May
LHR22:00London Heathrow
38h 05m
2 stops
PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong
29 May
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 15m
2 stops
LHR19:30London Heathrow

Gulf Air flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

Our best Gulf Air deals on London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Gulf Air
28 Sept
LHR10:00London Heathrow
18h 40m
1 stop
PVG11:40Shanghai Pu Dong
8 Oct
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 00m
1 stop
LHR06:55London Heathrow
Gulf Air
13 May
LHR10:00London Heathrow
18h 40m
1 stop
PVG11:40Shanghai Pu Dong
13 Jun
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 00m
1 stop
LHR06:55London Heathrow
Gulf Air
12 May
LHR22:05London Heathrow
30h 35m
1 stop
PVG11:40Shanghai Pu Dong
8 Jun
PVG15:55Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 25m
1 stop
LHR15:20London Heathrow

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around £460. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in October, then you should wait until September to fly from London Heathrow Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £520.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as £527. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is £598.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai in the morning for as low as £514. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £636 per ticket.

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best London Heathrow - Shanghai flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £608 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £525 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£260

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from London Heathrow Airport in the past 72 hours is £260. The best return flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £391.
The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai takes 11h 20m
Direct flights go from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • How far is London Heathrow to Shanghai by plane?

    London Heathrow and Shanghai are 5724.4 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai

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KLMPriceFrom £376Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,323 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom £377Free CancellationRating
8.1
36 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom £378Free CancellationRating
7.5
94 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £382Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,425 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom £398Free CancellationRating
7.4
636 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £414Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,715 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom £422Free CancellationRating
7.1
82 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom £448Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,328 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom £456Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,267 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £458Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,181 reviews
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