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Tue, 14 May SHA - GLA
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
490% Trains are 490% more expensive in Glasgow than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £0.44
Glasgow £2.6
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
350% The average meal is 350% more expensive in Glasgow than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £3.3
Glasgow £15
Distance: 5627 miles
Shanghai airports
Hongqiao (SHA) How far from city centre: 4 miles
Pu Dong (PVG) How far from city centre: 19 miles
Glasgow airports
Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 35 miles
Glasgow Scotland (GLA) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Prestwick (PIK) How far from city centre: 29 miles

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If you are planning to visit Glasgow from Shanghai, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from China to United Kingdom, Shanghai - Glasgow is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport SHA, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport GLA airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in United Kingdom.

The flight duration is approximately 29 h and 25 m, covering a distance of about 9055 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Shanghai SHA to Glasgow GLA: Emirates, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Glasgow

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United Kingdom. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Shanghai to Glasgow at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £319 for the route Shanghai - Glasgow. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Glasgow more expensive than Shanghai to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Glasgow costs an average of 4.00 GBP pounds, 127% more expensive than Shanghai, with a fare of 1.76 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 491% more in Glasgow: 2.60 GBP pounds against 0.44 GBP pounds in Shanghai. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 15.00 GBP euros in Glasgow, 355% more than the 3.30 GBP euros in Shanghai. The price of a coffee is approximately 13% more expensive in Glasgow, with an average of 3.29 GBP euros, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 2.92 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Glasgow?
The most popular months to book from Shanghai to Glasgow are December, October and September.
When would be the best time to travel from Shanghai to Glasgow?
The best time of the year to visit Glasgow from Shanghai really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, January is the best month to fly to  Glasgow from Shanghai in terms of searches from our customers, followed by September and April. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds March, June and October are the months with fewer searches for Shanghai -  Glasgow.
What is the weather like in Glasgow compared to Shanghai?
The average temperature in Shanghai is 37.03 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 12.0 mm ,Glasgow's temperatures reach 23.23 during the hot season, with 3.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -4.14 degrees in Glasgow, compared to the -2.66 average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Glasgow have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Glasgow are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Glasgow are:
  • Xiamen Airlines, stopping in Amsterdam for 185 minutes at least.
  • Emirates, with 125 minutes stop in Dubai.
  • Xiamen Airlines, with 115 minutes scale in Xiamen.
Cheapest flight £319 The cheapest price available for flights from Shanghai to Glasgow that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season January According to search data from our customers, January is the busiest time to fly from Shanghai to Glasgow
Airlines that fly this route Emirates, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines Airline(s) that fly fromShanghai to Glasgow
Best time to book December Data from our customers tells us that December is the most popular time to fly to Glasgow from Shanghai

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