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Customise your flight search to find flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13,528 searches. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
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Fri 15/8

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1 stop17h 20m

€604

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around €492. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in February, then you should wait until June to fly from London Gatwick Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of €543.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai from London Gatwick Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was €501. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai for around €909.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as €593. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are €816 on average. Flights to Shanghai from London Gatwick Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest London Gatwick to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best London Gatwick - Shanghai flight prices

What cabin class options are available on London Gatwick to Shanghai flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London Gatwick to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

17h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai takes 17h 20m
There are no direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai. Popular non-direct route for this connection is London Gatwick Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)
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  • How far is London Gatwick to Shanghai by plane?

    The distance between London Gatwick and Shanghai is about 9222.2 km.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai?

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights from London to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Shanghai from London with this policy.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

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