Return flights with Air China from London Gatwick to Taipei, routing via Shanghai Pudong, sit in the full service airline bracket rather than the low cost carriers you might use for nearer haul trips. On this route they compete with the one stop options from airlines like China Airlines, EVA Air, Cathay Pacific and various Gulf carriers, with the main trade off usually being journey time and connection style in exchange for a lower fare.

Who will these flights suit?

They make sense if you are flexible on total travel time and happy with a change in Shanghai each way. A connection can be useful if you want a single booking for the whole journey, but you will want to check layover length, terminal changes and any transit requirements for PVG, as rules can vary by passport and timing.

  • Route: LGW to TPE via PVG, one stop each way, so expect a longer day of travel than a direct service.
  • Baggage: confirm what is included before booking, as fare types can differ even on full service airlines.