Are direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can often be significantly more affordable, especially for longer routes. Consider your budget and time constraints when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Barcelona to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week flights or those during the shoulder seasons often have lower fares than weekend or peak-season travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Barcelona to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Barcelona to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

For those planning cheap flights from Barcelona to Shanghai, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $481. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $762, and September, with a median fare of $800. This indicates that prices can vary significantly depending on your travel timing.

Fares for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai typically range from $828–$1216, with a median price of $1044. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, a very small percentage of recent fares were classified as a good price.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 2.5% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover when flying from Barcelona to Shanghai.

A typical journey from Barcelona to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 12h 35m. For connecting itineraries specifically, the median flight time extends to 22h 30m. This reflects the common need for stopovers on this long-haul route.

The distance between Barcelona and Shanghai is approximately 9864 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This considerable distance contributes to the extended journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Shanghai

Regular price: €557 - €945

Prices for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 557 EUR and 945 EUR. The current lowest deal is 518 EUR with Air China, for travel from Jan 13 to Jan 20.

now 518 €

Low 557 €

High 945 €

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai is July, with a median price of $481. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1203. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from 481 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,203 €

Jan

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Shanghai

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

581 €

599 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

618 €

599 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

583 €

599 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

638 €

599 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shenzhen Airlines

802 €

579 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

572 €

599 €

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 22

809 € → 552 €

32%

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

772 € → 524 €

32%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

810 € → 565 €

30%

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

809 € → 565 €

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Barcelona - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Barcelona to Shanghai are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July has the lowest median price at $481, compared to the typical $1044.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 22h 30m

Direct flights to Shanghai take 12h 35m, while connecting flights average 22h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air China offers direct flights

Air China is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Barcelona to Shanghai route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China has a deal for $518

Air China offers a deal for $518 from January 13 to January 20, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Barcelona to Shanghai appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€504

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~€502

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International for its extensive route networks and competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

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

💸 Flights from ~€632

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Dec 01

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$4,007

$2,466

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Etihad Airways

Business Class

From BCN

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Dec 04

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$4,149

$2,556

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Etihad Airways

Business Class

From BCN

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Nov 25

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,300

$1,323

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Air France

Business Class

From BCN

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Nov 26

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,300

$1,323

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Air France

Business Class

From BCN

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Dec 03

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,187

$1,323

Save $864

Air France

Business Class

From BCN

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Dec 31

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,023

$2,198

Save $1,825

Air China

Business Class

From BCN

Elite

Dec 01

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$3,942

$2,470

Save $1,472

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From BCN

Elite

Dec 02

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$3,986

$2,475

Save $1,511

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From BCN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,658

$2,520

Save $2,138

Air China

Business Class

From BCN

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Dec 04

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,035

$2,560

Save $1,475

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From BCN

Elite

Nov 23

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,084

$1,174

Save $910

Air China

Business Class

From BCN

Elite

Nov 29

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,085

$1,175

Save $910

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find cheaper flights, it's often helpful to be flexible with your travel dates and consider flying during the off-peak season. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can also reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. Even if an alternative airport is a bit further, the savings on airfare might outweigh the additional ground transportation costs. It's always worth checking for potential savings.

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Barcelona to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Shanghai

Regular price: €557 - €945

Prices for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 557 EUR and 945 EUR. The current lowest deal is 518 EUR with Air China, for travel from Jan 13 to Jan 20.

now 518 €

Low 557 €

High 945 €

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

July

Cheapest

Flights from 481 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,203 €

Jan

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Shanghai

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

581 €

599 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

618 €

599 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

583 €

599 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

638 €

599 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shenzhen Airlines

802 €

579 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Shanghai

Barcelona (BCN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

572 €

599 €

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 22

809 € → 552 €

32%

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

772 € → 524 €

32%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

810 € → 565 €

30%

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

809 € → 565 €

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Barcelona - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Barcelona to Shanghai are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July has the lowest median price at $481, compared to the typical $1044.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 22h 30m

Direct flights to Shanghai take 12h 35m, while connecting flights average 22h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air China offers direct flights

Air China is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Barcelona to Shanghai route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China has a deal for $518

Air China offers a deal for $518 from January 13 to January 20, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Barcelona to Shanghai appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€504

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~€502

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International for its extensive route networks and competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,085

$1,175

Save $910

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Barcelona to Shanghai

Barcelona to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Barcelona - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights take 22h 30m

Air China offers direct flights

Air China has a deal for $518

Deals appear regularly

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 01

Dec 04

Nov 25

Nov 26

Dec 03

Dec 31

Dec 01

Dec 02

Dec 24

Dec 04

Nov 23

Nov 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Barcelona to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Barcelona to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Barcelona

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Barcelona to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Direct flights from Barcelona to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

Barcelona - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights take 22h 30m

Air China offers direct flights

Air China has a deal for $518

Deals appear regularly

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 01

Dec 04

Nov 25

Nov 26

Dec 03

Dec 31

Dec 01

Dec 02

Dec 24

Dec 04

Nov 23

Nov 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Barcelona to Shanghai?