C$560 Cheap Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Shanghai (CSHA)

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Flight deals from Liverpool to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Liverpool Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,472. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Liverpool to Shanghai

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

Alternative Liverpool to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Liverpool to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Liverpool to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$560
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Liverpool to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Liverpool to Shanghai is C$1,195. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Liverpool to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,197.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Liverpool to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Liverpool to Shanghai is usually September.
If you're flying from Liverpool Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,195.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Liverpool Airport to Shanghai on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Liverpool Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 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.
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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of Liverpool, where Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from LPL to Shanghai, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • We make it a cinch to plan a flight from LPL to Shanghai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need a visa to visit China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.

  • Travelling from central Liverpool to LPL takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LPL:

How to find the cheapest flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai is C$560. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,195. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LPL to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from LPL to Shanghai is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from LPL to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

  • After booking your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Shanghai, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.

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