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Flight deals from London to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 64,832. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.₹ 38,872 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 38,872, select.
Shanghai.₹ 38,976 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 38,976, select.
Shanghai.₹ 39,005 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 39,005, select.
Shanghai.₹ 40,469 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 40,469, select.
Shanghai.₹ 41,633 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 41,633, select.
Shanghai.₹ 43,028 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,028, select.
Shanghai.₹ 43,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,716, select.
Shanghai.₹ 43,933 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,933, select.
Shanghai.₹ 44,746 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 44,746, select.
Shanghai.₹ 46,281 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 46,281, select.
Shanghai.₹ 46,325 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 46,325, select.
Shanghai.₹ 49,625 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 49,625, select.
Shanghai.₹ 51,169 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 51,169, select.
Shanghai.₹ 51,454 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 51,454, select.
Shanghai.₹ 51,878 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 51,878, select.
Shanghai.₹ 51,936 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 51,936, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from ₹ 39,005
Jun
from ₹ 38,976
Jul
from ₹ 49,625
Aug
from ₹ 41,633
Sep
from ₹ 38,872
Oct
from ₹ 44,746
Nov
from ₹ 40,469
Dec
from ₹ 43,716
Jan
from ₹ 43,933
Feb
from ₹ 46,281
Mar
from ₹ 46,325
Apr
from ₹ 43,028

Direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong

London to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from ₹ 42,541
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from ₹ 38,872
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London to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 38,872
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week52

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Shanghai Pudong is ₹ 63,236. 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.
11 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from London to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, British Airways and China Southern fly direct from London to Shanghai Pudong.
As of May 2026, there are 52 flights per week flying from London to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Shanghai Pudong is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 27 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 Pudong 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.

Travelling from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know

  • Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are London's main airports.

  • 12 hours 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.

  • Shanghai is eight hours ahead of London. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), with 14 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from LHR to PVG is the 12:10pm British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 9:20pm with China Eastern Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from London to PVG. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Fly without interruptions from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) operate from here.

  • China Eastern Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport taking off from LHR.

  • The majority of passengers choose to book seats with China Eastern from LHR to PVG.

  • China Eastern is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to PVG with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and PVG include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • 78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • You can book a direct London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Work out whether departing from LGW makes the most sense for you.

  • From LGW, direct flights from London to PVG are available with China Eastern Airlines.

  • China Eastern is the go-to airline for bookings on the LGW to PVG route.

  • Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose China Eastern. 97.56% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport land on schedule.

  • Split up your flight from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and PVG are:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to PVG flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Lock in a plane ticket from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between STN and PVG are:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Make departure day worry-free — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight:

  • STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.

About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • Central Shanghai is around 48 kilometres from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is ₹ 38,872. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 63,236. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Snap up cheap flights from London to PVG by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from London to PVG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). February is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your London to PVG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Shanghai Pudong International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Shanghai. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Puyang is another standout destination in China and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without a visit to Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Shanghai

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