Airlines with direct flights
DIRECTBetween Shanghai (PVG) and London (LGW). List of carriers flying PVG-LGW non-stop and which days of the week they operate.
One-stop options (3)
WITH 1 STOPSame-airline connections operating at least daily.
Monthly flight schedule: Shanghai (PVG) to London (LGW)
The monthly calendar shows all non-stop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Gatwick (LGW). Select a date to see every flight that day. The number in the top right corner on each day represent the number of flights.
China Eastern Airlines
Air China
Flight schedule data was last updated on 2025-10-15.
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Route FAQ
Answers to common questions about the PVG to LGW non-stop service.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to London?
Non-stop flights take about 12 hours 30 minutes gate-to-gate, covering roughly 5,780 miles (9,300 km).
How many direct flights operate daily between PVG and LGW?
Expect roughly 2 direct departures per day on this route.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Shanghai to London?
The route is currently operated by China Eastern Airlines and Air China with year-round non-stop services.
What time do the earliest flights leave Shanghai?
The first departures typically leave around 01:30, which is ideal for morning meetings in London.
Which terminals service this route?
Departures normally use Terminal 1 & 2. Arrivals typically use Terminal N.
PVG - LGW information
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Distance5780 miles (9300 km)
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Flight time12 hours and 15 minutes
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Airlines
China Eastern
Air China -
AlliancesOne WorldSky TeamStar Alliance
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ClassesEconomyBusinessFirst Class
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China Eastern AircraftsAirbus A330-200Boeing 777-300ERBoeing 787Boeing 787-9
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Air China AircraftAirbus A350-900
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Departure terminalsTerminal 2 (Air China)Terminal 1 (China Eastern)
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Arrival terminalTerminal N (Air China)
