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How to Save Money on Business Trips to Shanghai
14 March 2025 | Destination Tips | Travel News
Business travel costs are rising, here’s how to save money on business trips to Shanghai, and save 59% in Premium Economy
For most businesses, corporate travel is a necessary but expensive part of operations. Finding ways to cut costs without compromising on comfort or flexibility is crucial.
At echo.bravo, we specialise in out-of-the-box travel solutions to help businesses save money on flights, hotels, and overall travel expenses. And here’s a perfect example of how we turned a £5,363 flight into a £2,174 one, saving our client over £3,000 for just a £33 fee.
The Problem: A £5,363 Flight to Shanghai
While working on a corporate travel booking for a client heading to Shanghai, we came across a common issue that frustrates business travellers:
💰 A Premium Economy return flight with British Airways was priced at £5,363.32.
It’s no secret that return flights can be overpriced. In fact, many airlines price one-way tickets at up to 70% of a return fare (or worse!) But rather than accepting the high price, we put our expertise to work and explored alternative booking strategies.
The Solution: Booking Two One-Way Flights Instead of a Return
Instead of booking the standard return fare, we checked if two separate one-way tickets would offer a better deal.
💡 The result? Booking the flights as two individual one-way tickets brought the total down to just £2,174.72.
That’s a massive £3,188.60 (59.46%) saving, for the exact same journey!
Why Does This Happen?
The airline industry relies on complex pricing algorithms, which means that fares can fluctuate based on demand, route, and even booking patterns. While there’s no guarantee this trick will always work, it often does, especially for long-haul business flights.
But most corporate travellers don’t have the time to test different booking methods, track price fluctuations, or find these savings themselves — which is exactly why working with a business travel specialist makes sense.
The ROI: A £3,000 Saving for Just £33
At echo.bravo, we charge a simple £33 fee to handle travel bookings for our clients. It’s how we make our money. High volume, low margin.
For this client, that £33 investment turned into a £3,188 saving. Not bad, right?
To put it into perspective, those odds are a lot better than backing a winner at Cheltenham Festival.
How to Save Money on Business Trips to Shanghai?
If you’re booking corporate travel, there are a few key ways to ensure you’re not overspending on flights:
🔹 Check one-way fares vs return tickets – As seen in this case study, return fares aren’t always the best deal. Always compare before booking.
🔹 Be flexible with dates and routes – Even shifting travel by a day or considering alternative stopovers can unlock major savings.
🔹 Use a business travel solution – Experts like echo.bravo do the heavy lifting for you, ensuring you always get the best price without wasting your time searching.
Want to Stop Overpaying for Business Travel?
This is just one example of how we find hidden savings for our clients. If your business regularly books flights, hotels, or corporate travel, you’re probably spending more than you need to.
At Echo Bravo Club, Our account management service ensures you get personalised support and cost-effective travel options, and with our plans and pricing, you only pay for what you need, no unnecessary fees.
We do the research, find the best fares, and save you money – without cutting corners on quality.
💡 Want to start saving on business travel? Get in touch today.
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