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Flight deals from London Stansted to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 6,088 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,088, select.
Shanghai.R 6,294 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,294, select.
Shanghai.R 6,451 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,451, select.
Shanghai.R 6,464 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,464, select.
Shanghai.R 7,482 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,482, select.
Shanghai.R 7,895 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,895, select.
Shanghai.R 8,024 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,024, select.
Shanghai.R 8,098 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,098, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 10,188
Aug
from R 6,464
Sep
from R 6,294
Oct
from R 6,451
Nov
from R 6,088
Dec
from R 7,482
Jan
from R 7,895
Feb
from R 8,098
Mar
from R 8,024
Apr
from R 9,020
May
from R 8,215
Jun
from R 8,431

Direct flights from London Stansted to Shanghai

Alternative London Stansted to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Stansted to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,088
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineChina Cargo
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Shanghai is R 11,687. 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.
10 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Shanghai.
China Cargo flies direct from London Stansted to Shanghai.
As of July 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Shanghai is usually August.
If you're flying from London Stansted Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,687.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 28 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 50 minutes.
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 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.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is eight hours ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your STN to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from STN to Shanghai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to STN? If you're catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Shanghai, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 64.73% of flights departing from Stansted Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shanghai

  • R 6,088 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Shanghai flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 11,687. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from STN to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Stansted Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across the month and score a fantastic deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from STN to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Stansted Airport to Shanghai by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Stansted Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your STN to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and steer your own course. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before locking in your flights from Stansted Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Lock in a Stansted Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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