What percentage of Bangkok to Shanghai flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 45.2% of flights from Bangkok to Shanghai have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights also represent a significant portion of the available routes.

How long does it take to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Bangkok to Shanghai typically takes about 4 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 2897 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a median duration of 9 hours. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes compared to those with connections.

How much do direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai have been about 4% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is typically $259, while connecting flights have a median price of $250. Direct flights constitute approximately 43.6% of the available options for this route.

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Bangkok to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai

For flights from Bangkok to Shanghai, fares typically range from $204–$452, with a median of $320. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai, July stands out with a median fare of $170. Following closely, June offers a median of $188, and May presents a median of $193.

A typical journey from Bangkok to Shanghai takes about 4h 25m, including connections. Given that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the median flight time for direct flights is also 4h 25m, while connecting itineraries typically take 9h 5m.

The route from Bangkok to Shanghai covers a distance of 2897 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance means you are looking at a flight that is neither very short nor extremely long.

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from Bangkok to Shanghai

Regular price: $241 - $460

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai is $241 to $460. The current lowest deal is $184 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $184

Low $241

High $460

The cheapest time to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai is June, with a median price of 197 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 546 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

June

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Flights from $197

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $546

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Direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Bangkok to Shanghai

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BKK - Shanghai

Bangkok (BKK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$357

$205

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BKK - Shanghai

Bangkok (BKK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$468

$196

One-way

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China Southern Airlines

$381

$198

One-way

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Bangkok (BKK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$466

$198

One-way

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BKK - Shanghai

Bangkok (BKK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$356

$204

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

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BKK - Shanghai

Bangkok (BKK) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$497

$204

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$497 → $204

59%

6 nights

Jan 5 - Jan 11

$548 → $259

53%

6 nights

Jan 10 - Jan 16

$548 → $260

53%

3 nights

Jan 4 - Jan 7

$557 → $271

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai

Bangkok - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Bangkok to Shanghai are above the typical level of $320.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $197.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 25m

The median flight duration for a direct flight on this route is 4h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Direct flights are available on this route, making up 45.2% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Bangkok to Shanghai appear frequently, so check often.

Bangkok main airports to depart from

Suvarnabhumi (BKK)

Cheapest

Suvarnabhumi Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai.

📍 ~28 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$188

Don Mueang International (DMK)

Don Mueang International Airport is another option for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$199

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$175

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.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$212

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai are found when booking in the 28-59 day window. During this period, the average price is typically around $197. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in a higher average price of $394. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 60 or more days out, with an average price of $489.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Bangkok to Shanghai is considered to be $204 or less. The median price for this route has been $320. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares falling below $452. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $204 threshold to secure a favorable fare.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai, with a median price of $170. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $188. May has shown a median price of $193, making these three months generally more affordable than the annual median price of $320 for this route.

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Bangkok to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from Bangkok to Shanghai

Regular price: $241 - $460

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai is $241 to $460. The current lowest deal is $184 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $184

Low $241

High $460

The cheapest time to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai

June

Cheapest

Flights from $197

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $546

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