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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,532. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 6,023 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,023, select.
Shanghai.R 6,461 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,461, select.
Shanghai.R 6,531 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,531, select.
Shanghai.R 6,606 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,606, select.
Shanghai.R 8,544 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,544, select.
Shanghai.R 8,547 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,547, select.
Shanghai.R 8,588 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,588, select.
Shanghai.R 8,880 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,880, select.
Shanghai.R 8,896 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,896, select.
Shanghai.R 10,066 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,066, select.
Shanghai.R 10,507 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,507, select.
Shanghai.R 10,936 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,936, select.
Shanghai.R 11,864 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 4 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,864, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 8,588
Aug
from R 6,606
Sep
from R 6,023
Oct
from R 6,531
Nov
from R 6,461
Dec
from R 8,544
Jan
from R 8,547
Feb
from R 8,880
Mar
from R 8,896
Apr
from R 10,066
May
from R 10,507
Jun
from R 10,936

London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Hongqiao.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from R 6,023
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from R 5,596
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London to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,023
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao is R 8,973. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,973.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Xiamen Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai eight hours ahead of London.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LHR to SHA flight.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and SHA:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • Daxing International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • R 6,023 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 8,973. These prices can change based on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to SHA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to SHA.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LHR to SHA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Suzhou is another sought-after destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without experiencing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.