How often are flights from Shanghai to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Shanghai and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 89 minutes.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $873.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London?

Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and London?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 13m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 40m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?

Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The required travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,071 to $844. The lowest price recently found on this route was $834.

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4:50 pm - 6:30 am

SHA

LGW

20h 40m

1 stop

11:10 am - 10:20 pm

LGW

SHA

28h 10m

1 stop

$834China Southern

Thu, Jul 9 - Thu, Aug 27

3:50 pm - 6:30 am

SHA

LGW

21h 40m

1 stop

11:00 am - 11:20 am

LGW

SHA

17h 20m

1 stop

$847China Southern

Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 1

8:05 pm - 6:35 pm

SHA

LHR

30h 30m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:50 pm

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

$847China Southern

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

12:50 pm - 7:20 pm

SHA

LHR

37h 30m

1 stop

9:00 pm - 10:10 am

LHR

SHA

30h 10m

1 stop

$873China Southern

Thu, Jul 9 - Thu, Aug 27

9:20 am - 6:35 pm

SHA

LHR

17h 15m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:50 pm

LHR

SHA

16h 20m

1 stop

$887China Southern

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

8:55 am - 6:30 pm

SHA

LGW

16h 35m

1 stop

8:20 pm - 6:10 pm

LGW

SHA

14h 50m

1 stop

$974Air China

Thu, Jul 9 - Thu, Aug 27

8:55 am - 6:30 pm

SHA

LGW

16h 35m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 10:55 am

LGW

SHA

15h 20m

1 stop

$977Air China

Thu, Jul 9 - Thu, Aug 27

7:25 pm - 6:35 am

SHA

LGW

18h 10m

1 stop

8:20 pm - 8:05 pm

LGW

SHA

16h 45m

1 stop

$978Air China

Wed, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 7

8:25 pm - 6:45 am

SHA

LGW

17h 20m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 10:55 am

LGW

SHA

15h 20m

1 stop

$1,022Air China

Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28

8:35 am - 9:15 pm

SHA

LGW

19h 40m

2 stops

6:00 am - 12:20 pm

LGW

SHA

23h 20m

2 stops

$1,067Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22

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Cathay Pacific

Jul 9

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

LHR3:15 pmLondon Heathrow

Aug 27

LHR10:15 pmLondon Heathrow

30h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,003

Cathay Pacific

Jun 9

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 20m

1 stop

LHR6:10 pmLondon Heathrow

Jun 16

LHR6:20 pmLondon Heathrow

34h 45m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,005

Cathay Pacific

Jun 8

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 50m

1 stop

LHR6:10 pmLondon Heathrow

Jun 23

LHR6:20 pmLondon Heathrow

34h 45m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,006

Shenzhen Airlines flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London

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Shenzhen Airlines

Jul 6

SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

LHR7:50 pmLondon Heathrow

Jul 13

LHR10:05 pmLondon Heathrow

16h 45m

1 stop

SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$918

Shenzhen Airlines

Oct 5

SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

LHR7:50 pmLondon Heathrow

Oct 12

LHR10:05 pmLondon Heathrow

16h 45m

1 stop

SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$997

Shenzhen Airlines

Aug 10

SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

LHR7:50 pmLondon Heathrow

Aug 19

LHR10:05 pmLondon Heathrow

38h 25m

1 stop

SHA7:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,013

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Thu 7/9

4:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop20h 40m

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Thu 8/27

11:10 am-10:20 pm

1 stop28h 10m

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SHA - LGW

SHALGW

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Wed 6/24

3:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

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Wed 7/1

11:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop17h 20m

$847

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SHA - LHR

SHALHR

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8:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

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Mon 11/23

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1 stop16h 20m

$847

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SHALHR

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Thu 7/9

12:50 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop37h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 8/27

9:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop30h 10m

$873

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SHA - LHR

SHALHR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/28

9:20 am-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 11/4

9:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$887

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SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/9

8:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 35m

London Gatwick

Thu 8/27

8:20 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$974

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/9

8:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 35m

London Gatwick

Thu 8/27

12:35 pm-10:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

$977

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/1

7:25 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 10m

London Gatwick

Tue 7/7

8:20 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$978

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/21

8:25 pm-6:45 am

1 stop17h 20m

London Gatwick

Sun 6/28

12:35 pm-10:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

$1,022

ShanghaiLondon

SHA - LGW

SHALGW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/15

8:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops19h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 6/22

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,067

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and London?

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The cheapest month to fly to London from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $253, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport averaging around $291.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for London on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $888. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,203. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to London.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

Flying to London from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $998 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights to London are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,042. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How have Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London takes 12h 15m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London

How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London by plane?
The straight-line distance from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to London is 5708.5 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 12h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The required travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to London is British Airways, representing 43% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air China at 30%, China Southern at 15%, and China Eastern at 12%.

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