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November 8 - December 4

Cheapest

SGN - Shanghai

$178

$187

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November 22 - December 4

Cheapest

SGN - Shanghai

$186

$187

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November 15 - December 4

SGN - Shanghai

$176

$188

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November 29 - December 4

SGN - Shanghai

$208

$188

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November 4 - November 8

SGN - Shanghai

$198

$190

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December 6 - December 10

Best

SGN - Shanghai

$234

$190

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November 15 - November 23

SGN - Shanghai

$188

$191

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October 24 - October 30

Earliest

SGN - Shanghai

$219

$195

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November 23 - December 4

SGN - Shanghai

$186

$195

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November 8 - November 27

SGN - Shanghai

$177

$195

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Insights for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

The journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai covers a distance of 2746 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short regional hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, fares typically range from $181–$263, with a median of $217. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai? The data shows that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $183. Other cost-effective options include September, with a median fare of $201, and December, where the median fare is $207.

Most itineraries for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai connect at least once, with only 20.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you will likely have at least one layover on your journey.

How long is the flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 9h 10m. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, reflecting the common travel experience on this route.

How much is a round trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Regular price: $158 - $309

Prices for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $158 and $309. The current lowest deal is $187 with Vietjet Air, for travel from Nov 22-Dec 4.

now $187

Low $158

High $309

The cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SGN to SHA is March, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $326. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

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Flights from $183

August

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Flights from $326

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Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

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Last-minute flights going from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$341

$318

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$339

$308

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$341

$309

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$330

$263

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$366

$263

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$368

$279

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$366 → $263

28%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$368 → $279

24%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$371 → $287

23%

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$366 → $286

22%

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Ho Chi Minh City - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are near the typical level of $217.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $183

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, with a median price of $183.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 9h 10m

The average flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is 9 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 20.5% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietjet Air offers direct flights

Vietjet Air is one airline that offers direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are frequent, with over 1 per day.

Ho Chi Minh City main airports to depart from

Tan Son Nhat International (SGN)

Cheapest

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is a good choice for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai.

📍 ~6 km from Ho Chi Minh City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good choice for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient option for arriving in Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is a convenient alternative, serving the Suzhou-Wuxi-Shanghai industrial corridor with less congestion.

📍 ~115 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$274

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 ~$253

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$264

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically close to northern Shanghai and useful for avoiding airspace delays on domestic routes.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$300

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $215. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging around $323. Prices for bookings made 7-13 days out were approximately $266, while those made 28-59 days in advance averaged $287.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is considered to be $181 or less. The median price for this route was $217. Approximately 75% of prices observed were $263 or less. These price insights are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, with a median price of $183. September also offers favorable pricing, with a median of $201. The annual median price for this route is $217. December tends to be the most expensive month, with a median price of $207.

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