Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
Flights from LHR to PVG start at 12:00 — the earliest with Virgin Atlantic. The last service of the day is at 21:20 with China Eastern Airlines. In total, there are 29 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LHR to PVG flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then seeing more parts of China!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
China Eastern Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LHR to PVG flights, with 92.05% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and PVG:
Frankfurt Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,441 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 1,867. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to PVG by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LHR to PVG.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your departure to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading attractions. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
