Journey information
Overview: London to Shanghai flight
Flights from London to Shanghai depart on average 94 times per day, taking around 13h 41m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £277 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 9197 km distance in 11h 20m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 9197 km |
Average flight duration 13h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £277 |
Flights per day 94 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 11h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel June |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Shanghai
Cheapest price
£334
Average price
£440
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
21 h 45 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
9197 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Shanghai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shanghai will cost around £440 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £334.
Of the 5 flights that leave London for Shanghai every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 9197 km distance in an average of 21 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 16 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 d 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
London to Shanghai flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shanghai flights for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:00 London | 29h30 | 02:30 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:10 London | 31h15 | 04:25 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 London | 17h20 | 14:50 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:50 London | 30h05 | 03:55 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 London | 27h15 | 01:15 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 London | 18h25 | 03:55 Shanghai | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: London to Shanghai flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shanghai by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shanghai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London and Shanghai
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available, approximately 0.06€ (¥10) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals, including Chinese and Western cuisine
- Available outside the terminal.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Ramada Pudong Airport Hotel.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Several lounges available, including Chi Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in each terminal.
- Car rental services available from major providers
- Metro Line 2, Pudong Intertiol Airport Station, 30 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free shops and local specialty stores.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.67€ (PHP 40) per hour.
- Various restaurants are available, including Chinese and Western options, located in both terminals. Popular choices include Starbucks and KFC.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport, near gates and common areas.
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel.
- Showers are available in some lounges, typically included in lounge access fees.
- Lounges available, including VIP lounges and airline-specific lounges.
- Lost and Found services are located in both terminals, near the information desks.
- Car rental services are available in the arrivals area, with major companies like Hertz and Avis.
- Metro Line 2, Hongqiao Airport terminal 2 Station, 13 km
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