Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to London (LHR)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to London Heathrow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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

Shanghai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$829
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to London Heathrow is $829. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao to London Heathrow. But we found flights with one or more stops from $829.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Shanghai Hongqiao to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to London Heathrow is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

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

  • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Shanghai.

  • Leave enough time to make your SHA to LHR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SHA and LHR:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • Daxing International Airport

    • Changsha Huanghua Airport

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

  • Right now, $322 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $829. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SHA to LHR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SHA to LHR.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

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

  • 85.58% of flights leaving Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SHA.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to SHA? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For smaller crowds, head to London in February.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHA to LHR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.

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