Question 1

How long is the flight from London to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London to Shanghai Pudong typically takes around 11 hours 25 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between London and Shanghai Pudong. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong, with an average of around 5 to 6 flights per day, operated by, among others, China Eastern, Air China and British Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong are operated by, among others, China Eastern, Air China and British Airways. These services take you to Shanghai Pudong without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong?

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Direct flights from London to Shanghai Pudong operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

From London to Shanghai Pudong there are on average around 5 to 6 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

From London to Shanghai Pudong there are around 39 to 40 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 10:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Shanghai Pudong.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 22:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) AY1332, HO1608 13h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) HO1607, AY1337 16h 20min	Finnair, Juneyao Airlines		£498
Best option London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/10/26 direct MU0552 11h 20min	Return 20/10/26 direct MU0551 12h 25min	China Eastern Airlines	?	£949
London Shanghai Pudong Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/08/26 1 Stopover (BCN) VY6653, MU0250 25h 35min	Return 15/08/26 1 Stopover (WUH) CZ3544, CZ0607 25h 35min	Vueling Airlines, China Eastern Airlines		£684 found 3 days ago
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) AY1332, HO1608 13h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) HO1607, AY1335 14h 35min	Finnair, Juneyao Airlines		£511
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) AY1332, HO1608 13h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) HO1607, AY1339 20h 00min	Finnair, Juneyao Airlines	?	£536
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) AY1332, HO1608 13h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (HEL) HO1607, AY1335 14h 35min	Finnair, Juneyao Airlines	?	£565
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0317, LX0188 14h 40min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (TFU) CA4592, CA0423 19h 20min	Swiss International Air Lines		£577
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (TFU) CA0424, CA4507 31h 40min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (SZX) ZH9528, ZH0887 29h 05min	Air China	?	£581
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0345, LX0188 17h 40min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (TFU) CA4592, CA0423 19h 20min	Swiss International Air Lines		£581
London Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (MUC) LH4197, LH0726 15h 00min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (SZX) ZH9526, ZH0887 30h 30min	Lufthansa		£591

Outbound and return from	£497.80
Flight duration	min. 11:05 / max. 11:40
Return flight duration	min. 12:30/ max. 13:00
Distance	9235 km
Flights per week	31
Departure airport	Airport London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) (LON)
Arrival airport	Airport Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
Destination country	Flights to China
Departure airport - Destination country	London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) - China

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