How many airports are there in Shanghai?

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

Which airlines offer direct flights to Shanghai?

China Eastern, Qantas, Air France all fly direct to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually May.

How can I find the best flight deal 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.

Can I get a direct flight to Shanghai?

Yes – you can fly direct to Shanghai Pudong Airport and the average flight time is 10 hours and 31 minutes.

How much are return flights to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight to Shanghai is $403. 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 is the cheapest airport in Shanghai?

The cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $403 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Shanghai is Sunday, 19 May 2024 .

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?

The average temperature in Shanghai in May is around 19°C. The warmest month in Shanghai is typically August, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Shanghai with?

Currently, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

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Flight deals to Shanghai

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Shanghai.$278 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Shanghai.$279 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 19 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

Shanghai.$285 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 18 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Shanghai.$287 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 19 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.

Shanghai.$288 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.

Shanghai.$289 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 15 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $289, select.

Shanghai.$302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Thu, 1 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $302, select.

Shanghai.$446 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 17 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $446, select.

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Airports in Shanghai

Looking for the best route? There are 2 airports in and around Shanghai.

Direct flights to Shanghai

Frequently asked questions

: There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
: China Eastern, Qantas, Air France all fly direct to Shanghai.
: The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually May.
: 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.
: Yes – you can fly direct to Shanghai Pudong Airport and the average flight time is 10 hours and 31 minutes.
: The best price we found for a return flight to Shanghai is $403. 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.
: The cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $403.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Shanghai is Sunday, 19 May 2024.
: 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.
: The average temperature in Shanghai in May is around 19°C. The warmest month in Shanghai is typically August, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in December.
: Currently, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying to Shanghai

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$278
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	10 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	80

Discover Shanghai

What can I do in Shanghai?

Marvel at the architecture of the Shanghai’s famed promenade, The Bund, and drink and dine at rooftop bars with excellent skyline views. For temples, duck into the Jade Buddha Temple, or the lovely Longhua Temple and Pagoda.

Then shop until you drop in some of the city’s most chic shopping avenues like Nanjing Road, or elbow your way into the central markets and Old Street to bag yourself a bargain. Read about the trendy neighbourhoods of Shanghai, here.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Airlines that operate nonstop flights to Shanghai from Australia are Air China, Qantas, China Eastern, AirAsia, and Xiamen Air.

When is the best time to book?

Flights to Shanghai are most affordable if you book 21 weeks in advance.

What are the visa requirements?

Australians must apply for a visa to enter China. Please visit the Smart Traveller page on China, or go to the Chinese Embassy website.

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

Adelaide to Shanghai – 12 hours
Brisbane to Shanghai – 10 hours
Melbourne to Shanghai – 10.5 hours
Perth to Shanghai – 11.5 hours
Sydney to Shanghai – 10.5 hours

When is the best time to visit Shanghai?

The shoulder seasons are the nicest time to visit Shanghai, when the days average 13-26°C. Summer in Shanghai can reach 35°C, and the winters can be a cool 8°C.

What are the average costs in Shanghai?

A cappuccino in Shanghai costs approximately 30CNY ($6).
The currency is in Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY).

What airport will I arrive at?

Shanghai has 2 major airports: Shanghai Pudong International Airport and the Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Both offer shops, restaurants, currency exchange, ATMs, lounges, and free WiFi.

How to get from the airport to town?

A taxi from Shanghai Pudong International Airport into the CBD costs 160CNY ($32).
A taxi from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport into the CBD costs approximately 100CNY ($20).
Both airports offer train, bus, and shuttle links into town.