£501 Cheap Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)

Q: How much are return flights from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao is £501. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from £501.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Wednesday, 18 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Hongqiao?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao with?

Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.£501 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £501, select.

Shanghai.£524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £524, select.

Shanghai.£558 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £558, select.

Shanghai.£629 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £629, select.

Shanghai.£649 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £649, select.

Shanghai.£661 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Birmingham on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £661, select.

Shanghai.£664 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £664, select.

Shanghai.£667 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Thu, 29 May.Return flight with Eurowings and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From £667, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Hongqiao.

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Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

Which airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

How many flights are there a week from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Shanghai Hongqiao?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Hongqiao?

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao with?

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know

The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Birmingham.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BHX to SHA flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight is £231. A round-trip ticket right now is £501. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to SHA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHX to SHA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Birmingham International Airport is around 15 miles from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BHX:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

If you have a late Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near SHA:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to SHA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 170 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 50 miles west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.