Are direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical. The 'best' option depends on your priorities, whether it's cost savings or a quicker journey.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more competitive flight prices. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons may offer better deals. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes make a significant difference.

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Also, consider transportation costs to and from the airports. Being aware of these additional expenses helps you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-12-01 – 2026-12-15
MAN - Shanghai
92% AI deal score
£683
£435
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MAN - Shanghai
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MAN - Shanghai
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£522
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Manchester to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai are not a common option, and travelers should anticipate at least two stops on their journey.

A typical journey from Manchester to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 22h 15m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route, encompassing the time spent in the air and during layovers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Shanghai, March stands out with a median fare of $678. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median fare of $935, and November, where the median fare is $1047. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median.

Fares for flights from Manchester to Shanghai typically range from $1008–$1422, with a median of $1205. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Currently, only 4% of recent fares are classified as a good price for this route. Given that deals are infrequent, setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Shanghai

Regular price: £500 - £1,062

Prices for flights from Manchester to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 500 GBP and 1062 GBP. The current lowest deal is 486 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Feb 14-Mar 14.

now £486

Low £500

High £1,062

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Shanghai is March, with a median price of $678. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1597. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from £678

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,597

Jan

Mar

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Shanghai

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

£543

£699

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Aer Lingus

£544

£716

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Aer Lingus

£538

£691

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

£581

£702

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

£544

£702

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

£581

£725

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

10 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 15

£747 → £561

25%

4 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 19

£665 → £496

25%

4 nights

Nov 28 - Dec 2

£674 → £510

24%

3 nights

Mar 9 - Mar 12

£649 → £499

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Manchester - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Manchester to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $1205.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai, with a median price of $678.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 22h 15m on average.

Connecting flights from Manchester to Shanghai typically take 22h 15m, covering 9185 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $486.

Hainan Airlines has offered a deal for $486 from February 14 to March 14, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Manchester to Shanghai are rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£408

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International for convenient access to downtown Shanghai from Manchester.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£432

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~155 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~£489

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From MAN

Elite

Dec 04

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,266

$2,609

Save $2,657

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 02

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,266

$2,611

Save $2,655

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 05

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,266

$2,611

Save $2,655

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 05

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,266

$2,614

Save $2,652

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 06

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,266

$2,614

Save $2,652

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 16

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,379

$2,615

Save $2,764

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 27

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,463

$2,697

Save $2,766

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 25

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,463

$2,697

Save $2,766

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 08

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,466

$2,697

Save $2,769

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 25

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,332

$2,697

Save $2,635

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 08

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,377

$2,697

Save $2,680

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 23

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,462

$2,698

Save $2,764

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Setting up price alerts may also notify you of potential fare drops.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate based on various factors.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it may add to travel time, it could offer more flexibility. Always consider the total cost and convenience when choosing.

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Manchester to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Shanghai

Regular price: £500 - £1,062

Prices for flights from Manchester to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 500 GBP and 1062 GBP. The current lowest deal is 486 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Feb 14-Mar 14.

now £486

Low £500

High £1,062

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

March

Cheapest

Flights from £678

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,597

Jan

Mar

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Shanghai

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

£543

£699

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Aer Lingus

£544

£716

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Aer Lingus

£538

£691

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

£581

£702

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

£544

£702

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Shanghai

Manchester (MAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

£581

£725

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

10 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 15

£747 → £561

25%

4 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 19

£665 → £496

25%

4 nights

Nov 28 - Dec 2

£674 → £510

24%

3 nights

Mar 9 - Mar 12

£649 → £499

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Manchester - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Manchester to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $1205.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai, with a median price of $678.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 22h 15m on average.

Connecting flights from Manchester to Shanghai typically take 22h 15m, covering 9185 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $486.

Hainan Airlines has offered a deal for $486 from February 14 to March 14, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Manchester to Shanghai are rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£408

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International for convenient access to downtown Shanghai from Manchester.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£432

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$5,462

$2,698

Save $2,764

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Shanghai

Manchester to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Manchester - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights take 22h 15m on average.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $486.

Deals on this route are rare.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 04

Dec 02

Dec 05

Dec 05

Dec 06

Nov 16

Nov 27

Nov 25

Dec 08

Nov 25

Dec 08

Nov 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Manchester to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Direct flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Shanghai

Manchester - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights take 22h 15m on average.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Hainan Airlines offers a deal for $486.

Deals on this route are rare.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 04

Dec 02

Dec 05

Dec 05

Dec 06

Nov 16

Nov 27

Nov 25

Dec 08

Nov 25

Dec 08

Nov 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Shanghai?