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Cheapest return flight
£472
Typical prices: £481-£718
China Southern
Tue 6/11Tue 13/11
LHR - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£283
Typical prices: £324-£559
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Mon 31/12
STN - SHA • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights to Hongqiao Intl

 
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Recent return flight deals to Hongqiao Intl

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 09:15LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
09:20 - 17:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
16h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
£472China Southern
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:30 - 23:20LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 50m1 stop Shenzhen
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09:45 - 20:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
£474Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:10 - 23:20LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 19:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
39h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
£474Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 22:10LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
20:40 - 19:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
30h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
£475Shenzhen Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 21:50LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 20m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
China Southern Logo
09:20 - 18:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 15m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
£475China Southern
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:30 - 14:10LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
09:05 - 20:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
£477Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
Air China Logo
17:45 - 16:55LHR  London Heathrow-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
07:45 - 17:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
£484Air China
Sun, 21 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 19:40MAN  Manchester-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
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19:30 - 05:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
£488Hainan Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:15 - 09:35MAN  Manchester-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:55 - 05:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAN Manchester
16h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
£493Hainan Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
Air China Logo
11:35 - 10:55LGW  London Gatwick-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
19:30 - 06:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
£497Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is the cheapest route at £472 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is the most popular connection with return deals from £488.

How much is a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

On average, a return flight from the United Kingdom to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport costs £591, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from London average £560, while Aberdeen runs a bit higher at £571.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at £567 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at £663.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport with an average price of £463 return.
•December (£742) and July (£706) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Night flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are the cheapest at £521 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at £648.

What is a good deal for flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights under £481 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•London £458.

When are flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£283
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Stansted Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights to Hongqiao Intl

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is around £481 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are from London, starting at £472 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 7% higher than the average return fare of £591.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Hainan Airlines operates the most flights from the United Kingdom to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at 0 per week, while China Southern is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Kingdom to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Shanghai and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Shanghai can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

Your guide to booking Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, book around 19 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 35% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, a good return fare is around £481. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in February. Return fares historically average £463, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to £126 on a return flight. Evening flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport average £521 compared to £648 for midday flights.
  • Once you arrive in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, a few great places to start are People's Square, Yu Yuan Garden, and Shanghai Disneyland. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Hongqiao Intl

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Hongqiao Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Hainan AirlinesOverall score based on 71 reviews
7.7Entertainment
8.4Food
8.2Comfort
8.6Boarding
8.9Crew
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Hainan airline provide direct flight from Boston, US to Beijing, China, which is very convenient. The only issue we had was that my infant bought full ticket, however, when he was transferring from international to national flight (Beijing -> Shanghai), we were informed that the infant didn't even have a ticket. It probably became an issue because he was not allowed to have a seat within China. Hope this issue will not happen again. Otherwise, we like this airline, the services, food, timing are all perfect for a lengthy international trip.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2026
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Hainan airline provide direct flight from Boston, US to Beijing, China, which is very convenient. The only issue we had was that my infant bought full ticket, however, when he was transferring from international to national flight (Beijing -> Shanghai), we were informed that the infant didn't even have a ticket. It probably became an issue because he was not allowed to have a seat within China. Hope this issue will not happen again. Otherwise, we like this airline, the services, food, timing are all perfect for a lengthy international trip.

Best domestic flight I’ve been on for a very long time. Way better than any of the Australian carriers for domestic flights!!

The seats and service exceeded expectation for the price I paid for.

My first time flying Hainan Airlines. Boarding process was easy and quick. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food was a simple, hot meal which we don’t see much any more on short flights in the US. Only water, coffee or tea to drink but it was only a two hour flight. Overall pleasing experience.

The absolute worst experience I’ve ever had flying. I am a regular flyer and was transferring from Seoul to Beijing to the USA. I was told the companies were partnered so no need to pick up my baggage, I got through eventually after a terribly confusing airport and unhelpful staff, had issues with the check in counter where they didn’t understand my baggage tag from the previous airline and that my bag needed transferring (which as a company partnership they should have communication like this) and then I got through extremely stressful security with multiple stops and the plane was poor quality (same exact quality as my 1.5 hour flight there) for a 16 hour flight with poor food quality, slow trash service, and less than 15 movies total for flight options I was absolutely over it. My only good thing was I was lucky enough to be sitting by myself in a row

Great although I believe they are able to redistuibute the passangers in a more comfortable way if the flight is not full dor such long flights. Unless the seats are paid for, of coruse.

Good flight, on time. The aircraft was old and the seats lost their shapes. Food was just acceptable.

Two hours delayed departure ! Lost one of our luggage! Two days later found the luggage, again waiting for more than two hours to get the lost luggage because locked at other airline office.

They asked how much cash i have . I said no cash they said bring cash from atm . Why they even care about my cash.

Flight was scheduled to depart at 1210 hrs. It was delayed 1 hour 20 minutes (maybe for air traffic control reasons). The seats were worn out and very uncomfortable. Lunch was typical for airline. Flight free were friendly.

It we as a pleasant flight. Good helpful and happy cabin crew. Food was okay, not to write home about. Drinks good. Entertainment okay.. Seat space good , comfort acceptable

Weren’t even given earphones to use the entertainment system

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We were taking the flight MU 8649 from Shanghai to Osaka and the original boarding gate was 20 and we didn’t receive any notification or broadcast about gate changes, and by the time we missed the original boarding time we check thr electric board and realized the gate was changed to 208 Also the flight was delayed by almost an hour and the crew member didn’t provide any explanation, after we finally boarded the aircraft was very hot, the crew member told me the air conditioning was not working and tried to calm passages down by offering iced water, all of us sat in the aircraft for another 40 mins before it finally took off

Seats not comfortable. We had requested vegan meal and it wasn’t given.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

The flight was okay it was the kayak customer service that was poor, I have been trying to change my name on my flight ticket 3 days before my flight and nothing got done about it even tho I messaged so many times and phoned, all I got in return was that is was being processed and still to this day nothing has been done about it, I think it’s disgusting and un needed stress to the trip.

Basic long haul decent price but U pay for what you get. Over 5hrs of transit and terminal was pretty bare with nothing much to do except the lounge

Business Class window seat on my Shanghai to Venice route was broken and could not be converted into a bed which has to switch to a narrow aisle seat instead

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

Great staff and food. Seats pretty uncomfortable but plenty of legroom. Entertainment system outdated.

Flight was fine, however we were not able to check in online, this adds to travel stress. Luckily check-in at Heathrow was quick, but we did not get the seats we paid extra for. We paid for a window and 2 aisle seats from Shanghai to Tokyo leg, but they changed us to middle seats. Not good :(

Wonderful service and comfort. Attentive and careful. The food was also better than US carriers. Highly recommend

Very good baggage check and boarding pass service at Heathrow. Boarding was well organized, given the number of passengers. Food was very good. Cabin temperature was lower than expected and we were not prepared. Overall good experience.

better seats (very uncomfortable), access to wifi was a nightmare, and food was blah.

one meal and one breakfast or sandwich instead of two meals.

Many issues arose with the plane and after 3 hours of delays, we had to return to the London airport as the plane was unfit to cross the ocean. It was highly concerning that this aircraft was in operation with so many problems.

I was upgraded to Busines Class from premium economy which was a great surprise. But......the service was not marginally better than premium economy. After the welcome on-board drink, I only saw a flight attendant twice...... when she delivered gluten free meals. In between, during a 8 hour flight, she didn't check back with me to offer water or collect trash. I had to fetch my own! The gluten free food was not good - they gave me the same meal whether I was in premium economy or business class.

You're asking 2 different questions. The flight from Los Angeles to London (and from London to Faro) was on British Airways. Those flights were awful. The app didn't provide detailed information, the WiFi that I paid for didn't work, the form I had to fill out to re-enter the UK was not communicated clearly so I nearly missed my flight. British Airways is significantly behind every other airline I've traveled in every way. American Airlines flight form London to Los Angeles was great. In the future, I will avoid flying British Airways when I can.

Premium economy was not what was shown, no leg riser, seats were broken and do not recline more than economy, food, we couldn't eat it was so bad, no menu 1 item and it sucked.

Our original flight was cancelled. This was a slightly earlier flight. We were business class and it was very good. The staff were marvellous and very helpful. Pity our baggage didn't make it!

British Airways is very good... Taxiing after landing took 35 minutes, can't really blame the airline but the terrible infrastructure at JFK.

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