Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 14 hours 5 minutes. London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London 8 hours behind Shanghai.
Every week, there are 29 flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 10:55 Virgin Atlantic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from PVG to LHR is 21:20 with China Eastern Airlines.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a number of airlines offering direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. When you're ready to kick off your London holiday and explore this part of United Kingdom, these top carriers service the PVG to LHR route:
If you want to break up your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the PVG - LHR route are:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Daxing International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PVG to LHR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is Rs61,132. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs156,772. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap flights from PVG to LHR, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 49 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near PVG? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you're on a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London takes about 57 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from PVG to LHR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in London right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from PVG to LHR:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Stansted Airport (STN) are other ways to travel to and from London. Be sure to check out the flight schedules and fares. These international airports could be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your plans.
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to London Heathrow Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in London.