About this route
Airlines serving both London and Shanghai include British Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and 11 more. Compare 2 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 25,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 115,000 | — |
| Avios (BA) | 38,500 | 110,000 | 112,250 |
Published one-way award prices for LHR–PVG. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines serving these airports
These carriers serve both LHR and PVG, non-stop or via a connecting hub.
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Cathay Pacific
CX
Etihad Airways
EY
Japan Airlines
JL
United Airlines
UA
Alaska Airlines
AS
American Airlines
AA
Emirates
EK
Turkish Airlines
TK
ANA
NH
Lufthansa
LH
Air France
AF
KLM
KL
Best programs for this route
Virgin Points
Biz: 115,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 110,000 ptsWhen award seats open on this route
Booking tips
- Virgin Points offers the cheapest economy award at 25,000 points
- Best business class value: Avios (BA) at 110,000 points
- First class available from 112,250 points via Avios (BA)
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
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Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from London to Shanghai?
The cheapest option is Virgin Points starting at 25,000 points in economy. Compare 2 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from London to Shanghai with points?
Avios (BA) offers business class for 110,000 points one-way. Other options include Avios (BA) at 110,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for LHR to PVG?
You can book this route with Virgin Points and Avios (BA). Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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