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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Glasgow to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 2,663. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Shanghai.AED 2,329 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 12, returning Tue, May 26.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Tue, May 12, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, May 26, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,329, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,348 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 24, returning Tue, Jun 16.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Sun, May 24, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Jun 16, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,348, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,382 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 1, returning Wed, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Jun 10, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,382, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,463 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 28, returning Tue, May 19.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, May 19, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,463, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,663 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 14, returning Tue, Apr 28.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Tue, Apr 14, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,663, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,726 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 1, returning Wed, Jul 1.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,726, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,945 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 28, returning Mon, Jan 11.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Dec 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Jan 11, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,945, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,945 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 4, returning Mon, Jan 18.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Jan 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Jan 18, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,945, select.

Shanghai.AED 2,956 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 9, returning Mon, Nov 23.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Nov 9, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,956, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,105 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 2, returning Tue, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Glasgow International on Thu, Apr 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,105, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,222 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 31, returning Tue, Apr 28.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,222, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,227 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 4, returning Mon, Mar 8.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Glasgow International on Thu, Mar 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,227, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,227 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 14, returning Mon, Oct 19.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Glasgow International on Wed, Oct 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,227, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,272 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 28, returning Sat, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Glasgow International on Sat, Nov 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Dec 5, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,272, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,385 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 7, returning Sat, Aug 1.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Glasgow International on Tue, Apr 7, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Aug 1, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,385, select.

Shanghai.AED 3,432 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 7, returning Mon, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Malta and Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Glasgow International on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Sep 28, arriving in Glasgow International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,432, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai

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Alternative Glasgow to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai

Closest

from AED 2,476

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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai

Cheapest

from AED 2,329

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Glasgow to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 2,329
Cheapest month to fly	May

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Finding cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are round-trip flights from Glasgow to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Glasgow to Shanghai is AED 2,329. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Glasgow to Shanghai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Glasgow to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 2,329.

How many flights are there a week from Glasgow to Shanghai?

There are no flights flying from Glasgow to Shanghai, as of March 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai is usually May.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Glasgow, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the center of Shanghai. We've found flights to this airport from AED 2,329.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow to Shanghai on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Glasgow to Shanghai?

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

How can I get the best flight deal from Glasgow to Shanghai?

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.

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.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 9°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Glasgow to Shanghai?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Ryanair.

Traveling from Glasgow to Shanghai: what you need to know

Start your vacation planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Glasgow to Shanghai. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai eight hours ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you make it on your Glasgow to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Shanghai

Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Glasgow to Shanghai flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Glasgow to Shanghai across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai.
Lock in a cheap Glasgow to Shanghai flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Glasgow

Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Glasgow to Shanghai flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
GLA is around 11 kilometers from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

PIK is around 48 kilometers from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Shanghai:
77% of all departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 50 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Increase the odds of scoring a great deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good idea.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 13 kilometers from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Glasgow to Shanghai, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SHA. Settle in and get cozy after your Glasgow to Shanghai flight at one of these well-located options:
Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

April is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Shanghai, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Glasgow to Shanghai tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Shanghai, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers to the west, check out popular attractions including Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometers west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favorite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.