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July 4 - July 13

Cheapest

Best

PVG - Daegu

$149

$233

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July 10 - July 15

Cheapest

Best

PVG - Daegu

$158

$233

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June 20 - June 27

Best

Earliest

PVG - Daegu

$171

$240

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June 23 - June 30

Best

PVG - Daegu

$169

$240

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July 8 - July 14

Best

PVG - Daegu

$153

$240

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June 24 - June 26

Best

PVG - Daegu

$184

$240

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July 16 - July 18

Best

PVG - Daegu

$156

$240

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July 1 - July 6

Best

PVG - Daegu

$161

$240

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June 20 - June 28

Best

Earliest

PVG - Daegu

$167

$240

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July 2 - July 6

Best

PVG - Daegu

$162

$240

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Insights for flights from Shanghai to Daegu

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Daegu connect at least once, with only about 18.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common, and planning for layovers is generally necessary when flying between these two cities.

Right now, cheap flights from Shanghai to Daegu typically range from $230–$495, with a median price of $420. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, presenting a favorable opportunity for travelers. However, only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that while current prices are lower, exceptional deals are rare. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price changes can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Daegu? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of just $143. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $176. Another relatively inexpensive option is December, where the median fare stands at $202. These months generally present better value compared to other times of the year.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Daegu? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 18h 40m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as most itineraries involve at least one stopover. The total travel time accounts for both flight segments and layovers, providing a realistic expectation for the overall journey.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Daegu

Regular price: $116 - $335

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Daegu is between $116 and $335. The current lowest deal is $233 with China Eastern Airlines, for travel from Jul 4-Jul 13.

now $233

Low $116

High $335

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Daegu

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Daegu is October, with a median price of $143. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $517. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $143

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $517

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Daegu

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Daegu

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$171

$240

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$167

$240

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$157

$241

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$192

$240

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$153

$248

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Daegu

Shanghai (PVG) - Daegu (TAE)

China Eastern Airlines

$157

$248

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$236 → $278

18%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$192 → $240

25%

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$193 → $248

29%

2 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 26

$184 → $240

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Daegu

Shanghai - Daegu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Daegu are below the typical level, with deals around $233.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Daegu, with a median price of $143.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 18h 40m to Daegu

Flights from Shanghai to Daegu typically take 18 hours and 40 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 18.1% of recent deals being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on the Shanghai to Daegu route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Daegu appear regularly, with about 0.33 deals per day.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Daegu and is often the cheapest option.

📍 ~35 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$233

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another option for flights from Shanghai to Daegu.

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$240

Daegu main airports to arrive at

Daegu International (TAE)

Cheapest

Daegu International Airport serves Daegu, a major city in South Korea, and is a convenient arrival point.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$233

Airports nearby Daegu used as alternative

Gimhae International (PUS)

Gimhae International is a primary international gateway for the Gyeongsang region, offering higher flight frequency and destination variety.

📍 ~85 km from Daegu (reachable by frequent buses and KTX trains)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Ulsan (USN)

Ulsan is a viable alternative for domestic South Korean routes due to its close proximity to Daegu.

📍 ~70 km from Daegu

💸 Flights from ~$337

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheapest

Cheongju International is a secondary international hub, useful for regional international flights with increasing low-cost carrier presence.

📍 ~135 km from Daegu

💸 Flights from ~$159

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International is a major hub for domestic and regional East Asian flights, highly accessible from Daegu.

📍 ~240 km from Daegu (reachable by KTX high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$269

Pohang (KPO)

Pohang offers an alternative for domestic travel to Seoul, noted for its close proximity to Daegu.

📍 ~75 km from Daegu

💸 Flights from ~$365

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Daegu

Historically, the most affordable fares for flights from Shanghai to Daegu are typically found when booking 14-27 days in advance, with an average price of $320. Booking 7-13 days out also offers a good average price of $326. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $439, and for last-minute bookings within 0-6 days, where the average price is $358. For the trailing 90 days, prices for bookings made 60+ days out averaged $370.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Daegu is considered to be around $230 or less. The median price for this route has been $420. Fares can go up to $495 or more, representing the higher end of prices observed across the trailing quarter.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Daegu are October, with a median price of $143, and August, with a median price of $176. December also shows a relatively low median price of $202. The annual median price for this route is typically $420, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Shanghai to Daegu

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Daegu

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Daegu

Direct flights from Shanghai to Daegu

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Daegu

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Daegu

Shanghai - Daegu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

October is historically the cheapest month

Typically 18h 40m to Daegu

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Daegu main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Daegu used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Daegu

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Daegu

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