£271 Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £271 for one-way flights and £395 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Sat, 28 Sep - Fri, 11 Oct
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£395 Return, found 4 days ago
£395
Return
found 4 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, 28 Sep from London to Shanghai, returning Fri, 11 Oct, priced at £395 found 4 days ago
Air China
Tue, 23 Apr - Fri, 3 May
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£478 Return, just found
£478
Return
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Tue, 23 Apr from London to Shanghai, returning Fri, 3 May, priced at £478 just found
Air China
Mon, 27 May - Fri, 7 Jun
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£486 Return, found 7 hours ago
£486
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Mon, 27 May from London to Shanghai, returning Fri, 7 Jun, priced at £486 found 7 hours ago
Air China
Thu, 13 Jun - Sat, 22 Jun
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£487 Return, found 3 days ago
£487
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, 13 Jun from London to Shanghai, returning Sat, 22 Jun, priced at £487 found 3 days ago
Air China
Wed, 25 Dec - Sat, 11 Jan
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£513 Return, found 1 hour ago
£513
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, 25 Dec from London to Shanghai, returning Sat, 11 Jan, priced at £513 found 1 hour ago
Air China
Wed, 15 May - Tue, 21 May
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£514 Return, just found
£514
Return
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, 15 May from London to Shanghai, returning Tue, 21 May, priced at £514 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, 5 Nov - Tue, 26 Nov
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£521 Return, found 3 hours ago
£521
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 5 Nov from London to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Nov, priced at £521 found 3 hours ago
Air China
Mon, 13 May - Wed, 12 Jun
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£523 Return, found 2 hours ago
£523
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Mon, 13 May from London to Shanghai, returning Wed, 12 Jun, priced at £523 found 2 hours ago
Air China
Thu, 6 Jun - Fri, 14 Jun
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£525 Return, found 1 day ago
£525
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, 6 Jun from London to Shanghai, returning Fri, 14 Jun, priced at £525 found 1 day ago
Air China
Thu, 30 May - Sun, 16 Jun
LGW
London
PVG
Shanghai
£529 Return, found 3 days ago
£529
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, 30 May from London to Shanghai, returning Sun, 16 Jun, priced at £529 found 3 days ago
Flight from London to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Gatwick
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£394
Distance
9195 km
Average flight time
18 hours 17 mins

Compare flights from London to Shanghai easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from London to Shanghai. Operating between them 2 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And China Eastern Airlines, Air China fly direct, getting you to Pudong Intl. in just 25hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Gatwick to Pudong Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Pudong Intl. (PVG) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from London to Shanghai today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Gatwick to Pudong Intl. start at just £395 and range up to £529.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near London and Shanghai
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your London to Shanghai flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Gatwick to Pudong Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LGW to PVG?
If you’re travelling between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport, round-trip flights start from £395. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t hang around. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from London Gatwick to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from LGW to Shanghai Pudong Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from LGW to Shanghai Pudong International Airport?
The distance is around 9,300 kilometres, so fill your carry-on luggage with whatever you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your Gatwick to China flight? A travel pillow, earplugs and a sleep mask are among the essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from LGW to Shanghai Pudong International Airport?
You won’t find any airlines operating directly between Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a good way to break up a trip!
Are London Gatwick to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to score a great last-minute deal from LGW to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, but it’s also possible to miss out entirely! As many airlines release seats up to a year in advance, it’s worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you see a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can rest easy knowing you’re always getting the latest offers.
Shanghai Airports

Shanghai

London to Pudong Intl.
£394.48
London Airports

London

Heathrow to Shanghai
£416.79
London City to Shanghai
£515.99
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