Cheap flights from Shanghai-Pudong to London-Gatwick

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What you need to know

What are the cheapest airlines?

  • China Eastern Airlines
  • British Airways
  • Air China

These airlines usually offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai-Pudong to London-Gatwick.

What airlines fly indirectly?

  • Lufthansa
  • Emirates
  • Qatar Airways

These airlines fly from Shanghai-Pudong to London-Gatwick, but you’ll have at least one layover.

How long is the flight?

11 hours 30 minutes

This is the shortest flight time from Shanghai-Pudong to London-Gatwick.

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Today alone, Netflights has searched over five flights. 05 / Feb / 2026 is currently the lowest priced day of the year to fly the Shanghai-Pudong/London-Gatwick route. There are around 35 flights on any given week from the UK to London-Gatwick and the cheapest month to fly right now is February. Not suitable? Try running another search or viewing all cheap flight deals.

How to get cheap flights from Shanghai-Pudong to London-Gatwick

Tips and advice from our flight experts

You've searched for flights from Shanghai to London. We've found 25 flights and compared them to give you the best offers. China Eastern Airlines is the average cheapest for this route, so keep an eye on them. The cheapest offer we've found is a one-way ticket for £70 from Shanghai to London on 16/04/2026 at 22:15.

We've scanned hundreds of airfares from various airlines across the globe. In total, we've found 10 airlines that operate the 9,600 km flight from Shanghai to London.

To find the best offers, consider booking 2-3 months in advance or looking for last-minute deals. Flying during off-peak seasons can also save you money. China Eastern Airlines is a popular and affordable option, with an average flight duration of 11 hours 30 minutes. After selecting an offer, fill out your information and proceed to payment. Don't forget to check our flight + hotel service to book everything at once, saving you time and money.