$419 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from London to Shanghai (LHR-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $419 for one-way flights and $583 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hainan Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 19
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$583 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$583
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from London to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $583 found 17 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 26
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$585 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from London to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $585 found 1 day ago
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Dec 4
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$624 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$624
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Shenzhen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from London to Shanghai, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $624 found 19 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$665 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$665
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from London to Shanghai, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $665 found 1 hour ago
KLM
Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Dec 3
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$666 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$666
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from London to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $666 found 19 hours ago
Air France
Thu, Oct 2 - Fri, Dec 5
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$667 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$667
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from London to Shanghai, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $667 found 19 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 24
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$705 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$705
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from London to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $705 found 2 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 7
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$711 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$711
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from London to Shanghai, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $711 found 12 hours ago
Gulf Air
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$711 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$711
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from London to Shanghai, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $711 found 6 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 26
LHR
London
PVG
Shanghai
$735 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$735
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from London to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $735 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Shanghai (PVG)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $539 - $912 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $1,036
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $1,036
Flights from London (LHR) to Shanghai (PVG)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, EGYPTAIR, EVA Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, KLM, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$582
Distance
5741 mi
Average flight time
19 hours 2 mins

London to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Shanghai are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $419 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
You can score cheap return flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) starting at $704. Reserve your seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a China Eastern Airlines flight leaving LHR on August 19 2025 and touching down at PVG. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LHR to PVG?
The cheapest flights from LHR to PVG are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Catch a nonstop flight with China Eastern Airlines and go straight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LHR to PVG?
Travel from LHR to PVG with China Eastern Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $493. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LHR on October 1 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
When departing from Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
More passengers fly between LHR and PVG at 12 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to PVG?
Thursday has the most flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Heathrow Airport (LHR)'s first flight to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) leaves at approximately 12:35PM UTC+0. With a total flight time of 12h 35m, you'll arrive at around 9:10AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The average flight time from LHR to PVG is 11 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of 5,700 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LHR to PVG?
With 90% of journeys usually landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Select a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
Explore your flight options from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This is the only Shanghai airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from LHR to PVG just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to PVG flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LHR to PVG flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your LHR to PVG flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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