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Flights from Shanghai to London

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to London (LHR) take about 12h 3m (9,241 km). China Eastern and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $483 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in London

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British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

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Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — lounges at Shanghai Pudong Airport

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Airlines flying Shanghai to London

Carriers on PVG–LHR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $377 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $267. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$37826 Oct 2026 · China Eastern	$274 · 1 stop23 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$37811 Nov 2026 · China Eastern	$267 · 1 stop12 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$37728 Dec 2026 · China Eastern	$271 · 1 stop5 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$56216 Jan 2027	$329 · 2 stops13 Jan 2027
Mar 2027	$56426 Mar 2027	$389 · 1 stop26 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$68230 Apr 2027	$426 · 1 stop8 Apr 2027
May 2027	$62410 May 2027 · China Eastern	$423 · 1 stop10 May 2027
Jun 2027	$7559 Jun 2027 · China Eastern	$370 · 1 stop9 Jun 2027
Jul 2027	$7639 Jul 2027	$465 · 1 stop9 Jul 2027
Sept 2027	$7716 Sept 2027	$485 · 1 stop6 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $267 for November 2026, $271 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 10 of 10 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to London, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to London flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to London?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to London (LHR) takes about 12h 3m, covering 9,241 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Shanghai from London by air?

The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 9,241 km (5,742 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to London?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–LHR route include China Eastern and British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Shanghai to London cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–LHR was $483 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 13 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to London?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $267 one-way, against $485 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to London?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $250 with one stop against $483 nonstop, a saving of $233. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to UK?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit London?

UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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