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Cheapest return flight
£498
Typical prices: £590-£833
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Sun 4/2Wed 14/2
STN - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£279
Typical prices: £280-£414
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Sun 4/2
STN - PVG • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between London Stansted Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg £584 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Stansted to Shanghai (STN-PVG)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Stansted to Shanghai

Thu, 4 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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06:25 - 11:55STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Manama Bahrain Intl
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17:00 - 10:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
25h 35m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Milan Malpensa
£498Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
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06:25 - 11:55STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Manama Bahrain Intl
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17:00 - 10:50PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
25h 50m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Milan Malpensa
£505Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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17:20 - 17:10STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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23:05 - 09:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
18h 50m1 stop Istanbul
£510Turkish Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Fri, 12 Feb
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06:25 - 16:15STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 50m2 stops Milan Malpensa Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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01:30 - 15:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
22h 15m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£513Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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06:25 - 05:50STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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21:10 - 18:15PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
29h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
£522Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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08:05 - 16:35STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Beijing Capital
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01:30 - 14:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
20h 30m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£524Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
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06:25 - 05:50STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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17:00 - 10:50PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
25h 50m2 stops Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
£526Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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06:25 - 16:50STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 25m2 stops Milan Malpensa Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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01:30 - 12:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
19h 00m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£527Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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06:35 - 19:00STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 25m2 stops Dublin Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:10 - 08:15PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
29h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Dublin
£528Multiple Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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18:45 - 09:15STN  London Stansted-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 30m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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18:15 - 10:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-STN London Stansted
24h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin
£528Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. It's 25% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

Key details for London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£279
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Stansted to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Stansted to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

  • How long is a flight from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 00m, covering 5,697 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight?

    Return flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from £590 to £833, with an average of £647 over the past 12 months. Anything below £590 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £281, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually depart from London Stansted (STN) and arrive at Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £487 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £844, a difference of £358.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 45m, compared to 17h 24m via Milan Malpensa (MXP) and 17h 27m via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • What is the time difference between London Stansted Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 8 hours ahead of London Stansted Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £487, about £358 less than Friday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £425 return in that month – typically £480 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

    • Dazhong Airport Hotel
    • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

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