Cheap flights from Shanghai to London
One-way fares from $250, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in London costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 14 Oct2026PVG → LHRZH · 1 stop · 15h 45m$250one way
- 19 Oct2026PVG → LHRZH · 1 stop · 15h 50m$256one way
- 20 Oct2026PVG → LHRHU · 1 stop · 15h$263one way
- 29 Oct2026SHA → LHRXiamen Air · 1 stop · 15h 10m$263one way
- 22 Oct2026PVG → LHRHU · 1 stop · 14h$264one way
- 15 Oct2026PVG → LHRHU · 1 stop · 14h$264one way
- 17 Oct2026PVG → LHRHU · 1 stop · 14h$267one way
- 16 Oct2026PVG → LHRHU · 1 stop · 14h 30m$268one way
One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.
Lowest fare by month
Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.
Airlines on this route
Recent cheap fares were with ZH, HU, Xiamen Air, PN. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.
When to go to London
May to September has the best weather. Winter is quieter and hotel prices drop after the new year.
Money-saving tips for London
- Tap the same contactless card or phone for every journey; daily and weekly caps apply automatically.
- Meal deals from supermarkets and street food markets keep lunch cheap.
- Buses are cheaper than the Tube, with a flat fare and free transfers within an hour.
Questions
How much is a flight from Shanghai to London?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $250 with ZH on 14 Oct 2026. Most of the fares we saw were between $250 and $268 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to London?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 14h with 1 stop.
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to London?
The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to London?
In our recent results, October had the lowest fare ($250 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.
How much money do I need for 5 days in London?
About $485 for one backpacker, or $2,300 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $500 per person for a return flight from Shanghai.
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