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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Busan

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Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Busan

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Busan

November 5 - November 24

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$122

$179

Round trip

November 5 - November 17

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$126

$179

Round trip

November 5 - November 16

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$126

$179

Round trip

November 5 - November 10

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$134

$179

Round trip

November 5 - November 23

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$123

$179

Round trip

November 5 - November 9

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Busan

$134

$179

Round trip

November 4 - November 24

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

PVG - Busan

$122

$179

Round trip

November 4 - November 17

Cheapest
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Earliest

PVG - Busan

$125

$179

Round trip

November 4 - November 16

Cheapest
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Earliest

PVG - Busan

$125

$179

Round trip

November 4 - November 10

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

PVG - Busan

$130

$179

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Busan

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Busan connect at least once, with only 27.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This suggests that while direct options exist, travelers should generally expect to factor in a layover for this route.
A typical journey from Shanghai to Busan takes approximately 7h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the overall travel time longer than a direct flight might suggest. Travelers should plan accordingly for this journey length.
The distance between Shanghai and Busan is approximately 801 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time, even with connecting flights. Despite being a short-haul, the prevalence of connecting itineraries means the total journey can still extend to several hours.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan? You'll find the cheapest fares in December, with a median price of $176. Other affordable months include April, where the median fare is $206, and February, with a median fare of $207. These months offer the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.
Fares for flights from Shanghai to Busan typically range from $210–$481, with a median of $380. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. While new deals appear almost daily, it's worth noting that currently, 0% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices might require some flexibility or waiting for future price drops.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Busan

Regular price: $94 - $265

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

The regular price range for this route is between $94 and $265. The current lowest deal is $179 with Spring Airlines, for travel from November 5 to November 24, 2026.

now $179

Low $94

High $265

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Busan is December, with a median price of $176. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $491. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $176

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $491

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Busan

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Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Busan

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Korean Air

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Korean Air

$262

$329

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Coyne Aviation

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Coyne Aviation

$132

$214

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Coyne Aviation

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Coyne Aviation

$135

$226

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Spring Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

$124

$179

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Spring Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

$124

$179

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Spring Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

$128

$179

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 19

$181  →  $180

1%

1 night

Dec 16 - Dec 17

$181  →  $180

0%

3 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 19

$180  →  $180

0%

5 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 17

$177  →  $179

1%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Busan are above the typical level, with a median price of $380.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $176

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Busan, with a median price of $176.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 7h 30m

The median flight time from Shanghai to Busan is 7 hours and 30 minutes, with most deals involving connections.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 72.9% of deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Shanghai to Busan in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Busan are frequent, with almost one deal per day.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Consider PVG for flights to Busan, offering a potentially cheaper option from Shanghai.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

SHA is an option for flights to Busan, providing an alternative departure point in Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$199

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Busan.

📍 ~11 km from Busan city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Daegu International Airport can be a useful alternative, offering significant flight volume and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~70 km from destination city (reachable by KTX high-speed rail and express buses)

💸 Flights from ~$233

Ulsan (USN)

Ulsan Airport is geographically the closest alternative, very convenient for domestic travel within South Korea.

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

💸 Flights from ~$337

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheapest

Cheongju International Airport is a major regional hub, often offering competitive pricing on regional Asian routes.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by cross-country journey)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Fukuoka (FUK)

Fukuoka Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity, accessible via high-speed ferry or short flight.

📍 ~180 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Gwangju (KWJ)

Gwangju Airport provides additional domestic and limited regional international options for the southwestern region.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$338

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Best Elite deals to Busan

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Oct 15

Busan, South Korea

67% AI deal score

$810

$674

Save $136

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Oct 14

Busan, South Korea

67% AI deal score

$822

$674

Save $148

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Oct 23

Busan, South Korea

67% AI deal score

$819

$675

Save $144

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Oct 14

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$800

$673

Save $127

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Oct 15

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$801

$673

Save $128

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Oct 22

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$806

$674

Save $132

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Oct 21

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$808

$674

Save $134

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Sep 02

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$782

$674

Save $108

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Oct 14

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$801

$674

Save $127

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Sep 05

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$807

$674

Save $133

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Oct 15

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$801

$674

Save $127

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Oct 19

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$795

$674

Save $121

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Oct 09

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$793

$675

Save $118

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Oct 10

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$793

$675

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Oct 18

Busan, South Korea

66% AI deal score

$800

$675

Save $125

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Jul 30

Busan, South Korea

65% AI deal score

$752

$674

Save $78

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Jul 08

Busan, South Korea

50% AI deal score

$746

$674

Save $72

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Jul 04

Busan, South Korea

50% AI deal score

$740

$674

Save $66

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Jul 21

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$725

$674

Save $51

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Jul 21

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$725

$674

Save $51

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Aug 20

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$719

$674

Save $45

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Jul 02

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$737

$674

Save $63

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Jun 25

Busan, South Korea

47% AI deal score

$740

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Jul 07

Busan, South Korea

47% AI deal score

$809

$754

Save $55

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Jul 10

Busan, South Korea

46% AI deal score

$779

$753

Save $26

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Jul 11

Busan, South Korea

46% AI deal score

$779

$754

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Jul 09

Busan, South Korea

46% AI deal score

$796

$754

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Jul 10

Busan, South Korea

45% AI deal score

$756

$751

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Jul 07

Busan, South Korea

45% AI deal score

$774

$754

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Jul 11

Busan, South Korea

45% AI deal score

$782

$760

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Jul 07

Busan, South Korea

45% AI deal score

$773

$760

Save $13

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Jul 11

Busan, South Korea

45% AI deal score

$760

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Aug 15

Busan, South Korea

44% AI deal score

$753

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Jul 11

Busan, South Korea

44% AI deal score

$771

$759

Save $12

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Jul 19

Busan, South Korea

40% AI deal score

$922

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Shanghai to Busan is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket is around $233. Buying tickets 7-13 days out also offers a good price point, with an average of $234. In contrast, purchasing tickets 60+ days in advance tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $440.

A good price for a flight from Shanghai to Busan is considered to be $210 or less. Historically, across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route has been $380. Prices can vary, with 25% of tickets costing $210 or less, and 75% of tickets costing $481 or less. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Busan are December, April, and February. December typically sees a median price of $176, while April and February have median prices of $206 and $207, respectively. The annual median price for this route is $380, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. These trends are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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