LondontoShanghaiFlight Time
LGW–PVG · Nonstop
London (London Gatwick Airport) to Shanghai (Shanghai Pudong International Airport).
The estimated flight time from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG) is about 12h 27m, covering 5,749 miles. China Eastern and Air China fly the route nonstop with 2-3/day departures, from 11:15 to 18:00 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~12h 27m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 5,749 mi | Nonstop | 2-3/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from London to Shanghai
China Eastern and Air China operate 2-3/day flights from LGW to PVG. Departures leave from Terminal N at LGW.
- First departure
- 11:15
- Last departure
- 18:00
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Scheduled departure times
- 4
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Eastern | 1-2/day | Airbus A330, Boeing 787 · Terminal N · Seat map |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
PVG to LGW flights — 3/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for LGW, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 20 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from London to Shanghai?
The estimated flight time from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG) is about 12h 27m, based on the 5,749-mile flying distance.
How far is London from Shanghai?
London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG) is about 5,749 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from London to Shanghai?
Yes. China Eastern and Air China fly nonstop from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG), with 2-3/day departures.
Which airlines fly from London to Shanghai?
China Eastern and Air China fly nonstop from London (LGW) to Shanghai (PVG).
What aircraft fly from London to Shanghai?
The LGW–PVG route is flown with Airbus A330, Airbus A350, Boeing 787.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near London
- LHR - LondonLondon Heathrow Airport · 25 mi from LGWFlights from LHR
- LCY - LondonLondon City Airport · 27 mi from LGWFlights from LCY
- LTN - LondonLondon Luton Airport · 51 mi from LGWFlights from LTN
Near Shanghai
- SHA - ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao International Airport · 28 mi from PVGFlights to SHA