Direct flights from Shanghai to London Gatwick

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China

China

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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London Gatwick

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

LGW

London Gatwick Airport

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Distance
5,746 miles  ·  (9,247 km)
Flight time
12 hours and 20 minutes
Airlines
  • Air China
  • China Eastern
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Airbus A350-900
  • Boeing 777-300ER
  • Boeing 787
  • Boeing 787-9

Shanghai to London Gatwick Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Shanghai to London Gatwick. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from PVG to LGW, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

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Best time to visit London Gatwick

What is the best time to visit London Gatwick?

🌊 🌧️  Oceanic / Maritime

London Gatwick is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.

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The best time to visit London Gatwick is during the summer months, spanning from May to August. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from September to February.

Airlines flying from Shanghai to London Gatwick

Airline-specific flight schedules from Shanghai to London Gatwick

In total there are 2 airlines operating nonstop flights from Shanghai PVG to London Gatwick LGW. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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Air China
Air China flight schedulefrom Shanghai to London Gatwick

Air China is a member of Star Alliance
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China Eastern flight schedulefrom Shanghai to London Gatwick

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Shanghai to London Gatwick Flights

Flights from PVG to LGW are operated 18 times a week, with an average of 3 flights per day. Departure times vary between 00:55 - 14:05. The earliest flight departs at 00:55, the last flight departs at 14:05. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy, Premium Economy, Business or First class on this non-stop route.

The fastest direct flight from Shanghai to London Gatwick takes 12 hours and 20 minutes. The flight distance between Shanghai and London Gatwick is 5,746 miles (or 9,247 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in London Gatwick?

There are 6 airports in London Gatwick: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

How many flights per week are there from PVG to LGW?

There are 18 flights per week flying from Shanghai to London Gatwick (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

12 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to London Gatwick.

How far is London Gatwick from Shanghai?

The distance from Shanghai to London Gatwick is 5,746 miles (9,247 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from PVG airport to LGW airport?

Air China and China Eastern are flying nonstop from Shanghai to London Gatwick.

What alliances have direct flights from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

SkyTeam and Star Alliance are flying nonstop from Shanghai to London Gatwick.

What classes are available from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

You can fly non-stop in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

What aircraft types fly from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

Aircraft types that fly from Shanghai to London Gatwick:

  • Airbus A350-900
  • Boeing 777-300ER
  • Boeing 787
  • Boeing 787-9

What is the earliest flight departing from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

The earliest flight departs at 00:55 from Shanghai and arrives at 06:40 at London Gatwick.

What is the latest flight available from Shanghai to London Gatwick?

The latest flight departs at 14:05 from Shanghai and arrives at 19:25 at London Gatwick.

Popular flights from Shanghai via London Gatwick

Non-stop flights from PVG to LGW

5,746 miles (9,247 km)  ·  12h 20m

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