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September 20 - September 30

Cheapest

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,288

$1,272

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September 2 - September 16

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,255

$1,279

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September 3 - September 14

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,260

$1,288

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October 19 - October 28

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,369

$1,288

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September 6 - September 16

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,274

$1,312

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August 25 - August 31

Best

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,491

$1,317

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September 7 - September 14

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,484

$1,340

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October 12 - October 24

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,361

$1,340

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August 18 - August 31

Earliest

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,456

$1,347

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September 10 - September 15

TIJ - Shanghai

$1,331

$1,349

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Insights for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai

A typical journey from Tijuana to Shanghai takes about 49h 54m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival. This is a significant travel duration, characteristic of long-haul international flights.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Tijuana to Shanghai, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $1122–$1580, with a median of $1485. Currently, only 3% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility or patience.

The cheapest time to fly from Tijuana to Shanghai is often in December, with a median fare of $1157. Other affordable months include May, where the median fare is $1172, and March, with a median of $1180. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Most itineraries for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Tijuana to Shanghai, meaning all current options involve stopovers. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which contributes to the overall journey time for this long-haul route.

The distance between Tijuana and Shanghai is approximately 10619 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often requires multiple connections due to the significant distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Tijuana to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,127 - $2,080

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

Regular prices for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai typically range from $1127 to $2080. The current lowest deal is $1272 with Volaris, for travel from Sep 20-Sep 30.

now $1,272

Low $1,127

High $2,080

The cheapest time to fly from Tijuana to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Shanghai is December, with a median price of $1157. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $2042. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $1,157

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,042

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Direct flights from Tijuana to Shanghai

Hainan Airlines

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Volaris

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Tijuana to Shanghai

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Hainan Airlines

$1,743

$1,614

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Hainan Airlines

$1,730

$1,590

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hainan Airlines

$1,524

$1,623

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Hainan Airlines

$1,738

$1,590

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hainan Airlines

$1,524

$1,598

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

TIJ - Shanghai

Tijuana (TIJ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Hainan Airlines

$1,759

$1,590

One-way

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

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

$1,491 → $1,317

12%

5 nights

Jun 28 - Jul 3

$1,759 → $1,590

10%

9 nights

Jun 22 - Jul 1

$1,738 → $1,590

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$1,484 → $1,340

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Tijuana to Shanghai

Tijuana - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Tijuana to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $1485.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Shanghai, with a median price of $1157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights from Tijuana to Shanghai typically last around 49h 54m, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Volaris offers a recent deal for $1272

A recent deal from Volaris was found for $1272, departing September 20 and returning September 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai are frequent, with about 0.8 deals per day.

Tijuana main airports to depart from

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Cheapest

Tijuana International Airport is a good choice for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai.

📍 ~5 km from Tijuana (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1272

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a key arrival airport for flights from Tijuana to Shanghai.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1272

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is another option for travelers flying from Tijuana to Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1443

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

📍 ~180 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1697

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$1772

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

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

📍 ~280 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1513

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Cheapest

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 ~$1403

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

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

📍 ~120 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1695

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$15,842

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices across various airlines and booking platforms. Looking into different airlines, including budget carriers, may also reveal lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period may help you decide when to book.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options or different route availability. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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