$797 Cheap Flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Shanghai Pudong (PVG) in 2025

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Shanghai.$797 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $797, select.

Shanghai.$797 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $797, select.

Shanghai.$798 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $798, select.

Shanghai.$833 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $833, select.

Shanghai.$835 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $835, select.

Shanghai.$837 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $837, select.

Shanghai.$882 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $882, select.

Shanghai.$954 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in September.

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London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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London to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$797
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	11 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	20

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

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong is $797. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong?

11 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong?

China Eastern and Air China fly direct from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong?

As of August 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pudong is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Friday, 26 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 13 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Pudong?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong with?

Currently, China Southern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 11 hours 5 minutes.
Shanghai is eight hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Choose from 64 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. China Eastern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:00.
Your LGW to PVG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Shanghai (and maybe even some other great corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air China has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a dependable 97.3% of services arriving as scheduled, China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to PVG flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and PVG:
- Beijing Capital International Airport
- Copenhagen Airport
- Frankfurt Airport

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is $498. A return ticket right now is $797. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to PVG.
April is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Consider staying in a hotel near PVG if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore parts of Shanghai that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.

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

You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

April is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai 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 Gatwick Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to PVG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of China

Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If there's time to check out another major stop in China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key reasons to visit.