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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,318. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$1,062 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,062, select.
Shanghai.$1,118 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,118, select.
Shanghai.$1,130 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,130, select.
Shanghai.$1,133 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,133, select.
Shanghai.$1,318 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,318, select.
Shanghai.$1,320 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,320, select.
Shanghai.$1,321 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,321, select.
Shanghai.$1,358 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,358, select.
Shanghai.$1,594 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,594, select.
Shanghai.$1,596 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air and Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,596, select.
Shanghai.$1,835 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,835, select.
Shanghai.$1,937 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,937, select.
Shanghai.$2,481 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,481, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Honolulu International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Sep
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Nov
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Dec
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Alternative Honolulu International to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from $1,092
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from $1,062
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Honolulu to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,062
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Honolulu International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Honolulu International to Shanghai is $1,062. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Honolulu International to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,062.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Honolulu International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Honolulu International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,062.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai on Friday, 13 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Honolulu International Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°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.
Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is 18 hours ahead of Honolulu, where Honolulu International Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your HNL to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from HNL to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • The journey from central Honolulu to HNL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near HNL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 82% of flights departing from Honolulu International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of HNL.

  • HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.

How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai flight is $551. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,062. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from HNL to Shanghai. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight from HNL to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:

  • Increase your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from HNL to Shanghai is a wise move.

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to SHA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HNL to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai. February is the most popular month for a trip to Shanghai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.

  • Before booking a Honolulu International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Puyang is another standout destination in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without a visit to Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from Honolulu to Shanghai

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