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Cheap Flights from Aktau to Shanghai

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Today’s best flight deals from Aktau to Shanghai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Aktau to Shanghai

September 14 - September 16

Cheapest

SCO - Shanghai

$673

$637

Round trip

August 30 - September 9

Earliest

SCO - Shanghai

$696

$639

Round trip

August 31 - September 16

SCO - Shanghai

$688

$639

Round trip

August 31 - September 9

SCO - Shanghai

$700

$639

Round trip

August 30 - September 16

Earliest

SCO - Shanghai

$687

$639

Round trip

August 31 - September 8

SCO - Shanghai

$701

$639

Round trip

August 30 - September 8

Earliest

SCO - Shanghai

$700

$639

Round trip

August 30 - September 2

Best
Earliest

SCO - Shanghai

$739

$640

Round trip

August 31 - September 2

Best

SCO - Shanghai

$744

$640

Round trip

September 13 - September 22

SCO - Shanghai

$629

$657

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Aktau to Shanghai

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Aktau to Shanghai, the most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $325. Other budget-friendly options include February, where the median fare is $583, and August, with a median of $584. Planning your trip around these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.
Fares for flights from Aktau to Shanghai typically range from $691–$853, with a median of $815. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and approximately 25% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be beneficial for this route.
When considering the flight duration, a typical journey from Aktau to Shanghai takes approximately 38h 8m, including connections. This extended travel time is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, there are no direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai, and most connecting itineraries involve 4 stopovers.
The distance between Aktau and Shanghai spans 6,204 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer travel times and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Aktau to Shanghai

Regular price: $565 - $1,554

Prices for flights from Aktau to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Aktau to Shanghai is between $565 and $1554. The current lowest deal is $637 with Flyr, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 16.

now $637

Low $565

High $1,554

The cheapest time to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SCO to SHA is September, with a median price of $325. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $2138. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $325

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,138

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Direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai

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Tianjin Airlines

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China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Aktau to Shanghai

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$733

$754

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$708

$754

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$696

$757

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$697

$757

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$695

$757

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

FlyrFlyr

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Tianjin Airlines

$716

$815

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 2

$744  →  $640

14%

3 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 2

$739  →  $640

13%

8 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 28

$806  →  $713

11%

8 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 8

$701  →  $639

9%

Popular Airports to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Aktau to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 25% of deals historically good.

📅 Best time to fly

September is cheapest at $325

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Aktau to Shanghai, with a median price of $325.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights average 38h 8m

Flights from Aktau to Shanghai typically take 38h 8m, with connecting flights being dominant for this route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights available for this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flyr offers deals from $637

Flyr recently offered a deal for $637 from Aktau to Shanghai, departing September 14, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Aktau to Shanghai are rare, with approximately 0.1 deals per day.

Aktau main airports to depart from

Aktau (SCO)

Cheapest

Aktau Airport is a good option for flights from Aktau to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Aktau (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Aktau to Shanghai.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another choice for flights from Aktau to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$641

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

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

📍 ~115 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$790

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

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

📍 ~260 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$714

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via the Hangzhou Bay Bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~145 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

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

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

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From SCO

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Jul 25

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,556

$2,231

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Shanghai, China

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$4,887

$2,735

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$5,015

$2,970

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Shanghai, China

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$4,474

$2,715

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$4,347

$2,731

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$4,470

$2,731

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$2,728

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$2,728

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$2,728

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$2,744

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$2,895

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Shanghai, China

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$4,232

$3,542

Save $690

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Jun 21

Shanghai, China

70% AI deal score

$5,012

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 sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor fares over a period. Mid-week bookings may also occasionally offer more competitive rates.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it might require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. It's a good strategy to consider for budget-conscious travelers.

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