How to get to London from Shanghai

Fri 25 Sept
+ Add return
Travel by flight with
Air India
Cathay Pacific
Swiss
All Nippon Airways
China Eastern
1,000+ more
Air India
Cathay Pacific
Swiss
All Nippon Airways
China Eastern
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel options
from Shanghai to London

How to get to London from Shanghai by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Shanghai to London is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Cathay PacificCX381 · CX257
    19:0527h10
    Shanghai Pudong
    15:15London Heathrow Airport
    £12741One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Cathay PacificCX381 · CX257
    19:0527h10
    Shanghai Pudong
    15:15London Heathrow Airport
    £12741One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Air ChinaCA847
    1:4012h15
    Shanghai Pudong
    6:55London Gatwick Airport
    £30011One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Cathay PacificCX369 · CX257
    17:4028h35
    Shanghai Pudong
    15:15London Heathrow Airport
    £12741One-way
    1 change
  • Air IndiaAI351 · AI111
    22:0020h30
    Shanghai Pudong
    11:30London Heathrow Airport
    £14881One-way
    1 change
  • China SouthernCZ3594 · CZ653
    18:5530h35
    Shanghai Pudong
    18:30London Gatwick Airport
    £17071One-way
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
25 Sept
Sat
26 Sept
Sun
27 Sept
Mon
28 Sept
Tue
29 Sept
Wed
30 Sept
Thu
01 Oct

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Shanghai to London

Travel to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Shanghai to London.

FAQs
You can travel between Shanghai and London by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to London is a flight with an average price of £1422.
The fastest way to travel from Shanghai to London is by flight with an average journey time of 17h 31m.
The Shanghai to London distance is approximately 9197 km.
The average frequency per day from Shanghai to London is:
  • Around 81 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Shanghai and London as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Shanghai to London:
  • Flights mostly depart from Shanghai Pudong and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Shanghai to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air India, Cathay Pacific, Swiss, All Nippon Airways, China Eastern, Air Astana, Emirates, KLM, Air France, Qatar Airways, Eva Air, Hainan Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air China, China Southern, Gulf Air, Korean Air, Asiana, Turkish Airlines, Egypt Air, British Airways to go to London by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Shanghai to London:
  • 5 direct flights per day with China Eastern, Air China, China Southern, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Shanghai to London often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Oxford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between London and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Shanghai to London, you can take a flight.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.

Travelling from Shanghai to London: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to United KingdomTravel to LondonHow to get to London from Shanghai

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone