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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $901. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.$898 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Shanghai.$898 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Shanghai.$898 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Shanghai.$899 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May, returning Fri, 21 May.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 21 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Shanghai.$899 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Shanghai.$899 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Shanghai.$899 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Shanghai.$901 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $901, select.

Shanghai.$901 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May, returning Sat, 5 Jun.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $901, select.

Shanghai.$901 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun, returning Fri, 18 Jun.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 18 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $901, select.

Shanghai.$913 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr, returning Sat, 8 May.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $913, select.

Shanghai.$947 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 25 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Zurich on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $947, select.

Shanghai.$959 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Zurich on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $959, select.

Shanghai.$985 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr, returning Sat, 10 Apr.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $985, select.

Shanghai.$1,037 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Zurich on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,037, select.

Shanghai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong

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Zurich to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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Zurich to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$898
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	11 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	ITA Airways
Average flights per week	18

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong is $898. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong?

11 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong?

ITA Airways, SWISS and China Eastern fly direct from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong?

As of October 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Shanghai Pudong is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Pudong?

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 Pudong 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.

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong with?

Currently, Air India and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 12 hours 20 minutes.
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from ZRH to PVG start at 13:10 — the earliest with SWISS. The last departure is at 13:30 with SWISS. In total, you can choose from five weekly Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ZRH to PVG flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Flying into Shanghai (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch with SWISS. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is SWISS.
SWISS leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ZRH to PVG flights, with 84.91% of services arriving as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Right now, $384 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $898. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to PVG, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZRH to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

If you have a late Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.

Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, 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 want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.