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Today’s best flight deals from Christchurch to Shanghai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Christchurch to Shanghai

November 2 - November 12

Cheapest

CHC - Shanghai

$966

$804

Round trip

November 2 - November 27

CHC - Shanghai

$966

$820

Round trip

November 12 - November 29

CHC - Shanghai

$967

$876

Round trip

December 3 - December 8

Best

CHC - Shanghai

$1,232

$883

Round trip

November 2 - November 5

CHC - Shanghai

$971

$885

Round trip

November 9 - November 21

CHC - Shanghai

$966

$886

Round trip

December 10 - December 30

Best

CHC - Shanghai

$1,243

$893

Round trip

July 22 - August 20

Earliest

CHC - Shanghai

$902

$893

Round trip

November 7 - November 14

CHC - Shanghai

$950

$913

Round trip

November 23 - November 26

CHC - Shanghai

$998

$930

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai

Most itineraries from Christchurch to Shanghai connect at least once. Right now, there are no direct flights from Christchurch to Shanghai available, meaning travelers should expect to make at least one stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2.
For travelers looking for cheap flights from Christchurch to Shanghai, the journey typically takes 29h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent on all segments of the trip, from departure in Christchurch to arrival in Shanghai, including any layovers.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Shanghai? The most affordable fares are typically found in January, with a median price of $591. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $604, and June, with a median of $662.
Fares for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai typically range from $607–$1129, with a median price of $789. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and approximately 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Shanghai

Regular price: $842 - $1,499

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai is $842-$1499. The current lowest deal is $804 with Cathay Pacific for travel from Nov 2-Nov 12.

now $804

Low $842

High $1,499

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Shanghai is January, with a median price of $591. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1369. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $591

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,369

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Direct flights from Christchurch to Shanghai

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Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Shanghai

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

QantasLink

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (SHA)

QantasLink

$960

$1,017

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air New Zealand

$899

$1,007

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air New Zealand

$899

$1,006

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air New Zealand

$899

$1,132

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific

$902

$931

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Shanghai

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air New Zealand

$901

$949

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai

20 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 30

$1,243  →  $893

28%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$1,232  →  $883

28%

10 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 12

$966  →  $804

17%

25 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 27

$966  →  $820

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Shanghai

Christchurch - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Shanghai are below the typical level, with a median price of $789.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $591.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 29h 55m long

Flights from Christchurch to Shanghai typically take 29 hours and 55 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available for this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific offers deals on this route

Cathay Pacific has recently offered deals on flights from Christchurch to Shanghai via Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Christchurch to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from Christchurch (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$804

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a major international hub for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$804

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport offers another convenient arrival option for Shanghai.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International as a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail, approx. 45-60 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$713

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is the closest alternative airport to Shanghai city center, serving the Suzhou-Wuxi-Shanghai corridor.

📍 ~120 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail).

💸 Flights from ~$1067

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with very frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail).

💸 Flights from ~$722

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail or car).

💸 Flights from ~$879

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically close to northern Shanghai and can be useful for domestic routes.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1190

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends may be beneficial. Mid-week bookings are also sometimes associated with better deals.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.