$245 Cheap flight deals from Shanghai (SHA) to London (LON)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Shanghai to London

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
PVG
Pudong Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$1,079 Roundtrip, just found
$1,079
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 4 from Pudong Intl. to Heathrow, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $1,079 just found
Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
PVG
Pudong Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$1,079 Roundtrip, just found
$1,079
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 4 from Pudong Intl. to Heathrow, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $1,079 just found
Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
PVG
Pudong Intl.
LGW
Gatwick
$1,158 Roundtrip, just found
$1,158
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Sun, May 4 from Pudong Intl. to Gatwick, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $1,158 just found
Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
PVG
Pudong Intl.
LGW
Gatwick
$1,158 Roundtrip, just found
$1,158
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Sun, May 4 from Pudong Intl. to Gatwick, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $1,158 just found

Airfares from $245 One Way, $607 Round Trip from Shanghai to London

Prices starting at $607 for return flights and $245 for one-way flights to London were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 21
PVG
Shanghai
LHR
London
$607 Roundtrip, just found
$607
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Shanghai to London, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $607 just found
Fri, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 20
PVG
Shanghai
LHR
London
$638 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$638
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Shanghai to London, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $638 found 19 hours ago
Fri, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 20
PVG
Shanghai
LHR
London
$653 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$653
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Finnair flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Shanghai to London, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $653 found 19 hours ago
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
SHA
Shanghai
LHR
London
$666 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$666
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Shanghai to London, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $666 found 3 days ago
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 16
PVG
Shanghai
LHR
London
$702 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$702
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Shanghai to London, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $702 found 2 days ago

More About Flying To London from Shanghai

Route Information for Flights from Shanghai to London

Origin Airport IATA Code
SHA
Destination Airport IATA Code
LON
Distance
5741 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Iberia, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
5:30PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
5:40PM UTC

Plan Your Trip from Shanghai to London

Airports in Shanghai

The primary international airport serving the city of Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The airport is located about 20 miles east of the downtown area. Travelers looking for discount flights from Shanghai can search Orbitz.com for airlines departing from the airport. These include Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air China, Air France, Air India, American Airlines, and British Airways.

Parking at the Shanghai Airport

There are 218 parking spaces available at the airport. Off-site parking is also available and many parking lots offer buses or shuttle vans to the airport. Airport parking fees vary based upon the size of the car and the number of hours parked. Mini-type cars begin at 10 RMB for the first hour. Big-sized cars begin at 20 RMB for the first hour.

Transportation to the Shanghai Airport

Travelers departing from the Shanghai Airport can choose to take the Shanghai Maglev Train. The journey takes about eight minutes, and trains depart every 15 minutes. The cost of a standard ticket is usually 50 RMB. Other transportation options include the Shanghai Metro Line 2 for a cost of between 3 RMB and 10 RMB. The airport also operates its own bus line. Fees range between 2 RMB and 22 RMB based on distance.

Restaurants at the Shanghai Airport

Travelers looking to find a snack or breakfast before their flight from Shanghai can choose from a number of establishments. Two of the most well-known restaurants in the airport are Hong Fangzi Western Food Restaurant and Canglang Ting Restaurant. Travelers can find cheap flights from Shanghai quickly by searching Orbitz.com prior to traveling.

London Airport Information

When planning a visit to the United Kingdom, use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights to London through the four major airports. Orbitz.com will make air travel arrangements for you through Heathrow Airport (24 km from London), Gatwick Airport (40 km), Stansted Airport (80 km), and London City Airport (16 km). Heathrow provides direct services to 90 country destinations in the world. All major airlines, including budget airlines, serve Heathrow and Gatwick airports. London Stansted Airport serves domestic and continental flights. If you prefer landing in the London financial district, Orbitz.com will get you affordable flights through the London City Airport.

Parking at London Airports

Orbitz.com helps you find safe and inexpensive parking in proximity to the terminals for the airports to facilitate your departure to the city at the end of the cheap flights to London. These parking lots also provide access to taxi services such as Black Cab, which charges approximately £50. There are also shuttle bus connections (such as Airbus) between the airports and the city. Airbus runs pick-up operations at each terminal.

London Airport Train Transport Services

Orbitz.com will arrange for cheap transportation through the famous London tube to Heathrow's underground station, in addition to deals for cheap flights to London. Heathrow has two tube stations at the Piccadilly Line end, with the first serving Terminals 1-3 and the second serving Terminal 4. It takes about 40 minutes to go from Heathrow to Earl's Court Station in Central London. Heathrow Express Train will take you to Paddington Station in 15 minutes and costs £13. Gatwick Express takes about 30 minutes and charges £9.50.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Shanghai to London?
Yes, if you’re heading from Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) to Heathrow Airport (LHR), you’ll only have one flight number to bear in mind. There are 3 airlines offering nonstop services to pick from. Some of the best are:

  • Virgin Atlantic
  • Air China
  • China Eastern Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Shanghai to London?
The quickest possible flight time is 13 hours and 5 minutes, so take some precautions to keep jet lag at bay on your Shanghai to London trip. Be sure to move your legs often, get some rest and drink enough water.
What airlines fly from Shanghai to London most frequently?
The airlines that offer the most frequent flights between Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) and Heathrow Airport include Air China (CA). This popular option operates 4 flights on the route each month. Virgin Atlantic (VS) will also get you to your destination in comfort and style. Offering 4 monthly flights between Shanghai and London, it’s another quality airline to look into.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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