Are direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Buenos Aires to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Using a flexible date search tool can highlight the most economical times to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Buenos Aires 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. These additional fees can impact the overall price of your trip.

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$1,667
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Buenos Aires to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

For cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, fares typically range from $1694–$2746, with a median price of $2339. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai? The data indicates that August is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1508. Following closely, September also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $1510. May is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $1622.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 54h 50m. This reflects the significant distance and the necessity of connecting flights for this route.

The route from Buenos Aires to Shanghai covers a substantial distance of 19605 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance contributes to the extended travel times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,543 - $2,095

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

The regular price range for this route is between $1543 and $2095. The current lowest deal is $1627 with Kayak, for travel from November 18 to November 26.

now $1,627

Low $1,543

High $2,095

The cheapest time to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai is August, with a median price of $1508. The most expensive month to fly this route is January, with a median price of $3178. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $1,508

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,178

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Swiss International Air Lines

Sky Airline

B&H Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,166

$1,985

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Copa Airlines

$2,434

$2,141

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Copa Airlines

$2,144

$1,998

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,078

$1,719

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,167

$2,026

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AEP - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (AEP) - Shanghai (SHA)

Sky Airline

$2,188

$1,901

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$2,017 → $1,459

28%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$2,353 → $1,795

24%

24 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 30

$1,985 → $1,461

26%

7 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 30

$2,074 → $1,685

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Buenos Aires - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Buenos Aires to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Historically, August, September, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai typically take 54h 50m with two or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

No direct flights are available on this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines has 27 deals

Swiss International Air Lines has the most deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai are frequently available.

Buenos Aires main airports to depart from

Ministro Pistarini International (EZE)

Cheapest

Ministro Pistarini International Airport offers flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, with prices from 1459 USD.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,459

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery offers flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, with prices from 1523 USD.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1,523

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,462

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,643

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From EZE

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Nov 10

Shanghai, China

82% AI deal score

$7,901

$6,500

Save $1,401

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Business Class

From EZE

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Sep 10

Shanghai, China

82% AI deal score

$9,229

$7,488

Save $1,741

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Nov 12

Shanghai, China

81% AI deal score

$7,933

$6,840

Save $1,093

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Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Dec 10

Shanghai, China

81% AI deal score

$8,672

$6,919

Save $1,753

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Oct 18

Shanghai, China

81% AI deal score

$8,621

$7,193

Save $1,428

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Sep 09

Shanghai, China

81% AI deal score

$9,150

$7,569

Save $1,581

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Sep 26

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,133

$7,217

Save $916

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Jan 30

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,748

$7,316

Save $1,432

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Sep 24

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,243

$7,335

Save $908

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Sep 05

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,905

$7,488

Save $1,417

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Sep 05

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,773

$7,494

Save $1,279

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

From EZE

Elite

Dec 20

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,701

$7,549

Save $1,152

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor fares over time. Last-minute deals are rare for long-haul international routes.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering alternative airports.

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Buenos Aires to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 54h 50m. This reflects the significant distance and the necessity of connecting flights for this route.

How much is a round trip from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,543 - $2,095

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

The regular price range for this route is between $1543 and $2095. The current lowest deal is $1627 with Kayak, for travel from November 18 to November 26.

now $1,627

Low $1,543

High $2,095

The cheapest time to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

August

Cheapest

Flights from $1,508

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,178

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Swiss International Air Lines

Sky Airline

B&H Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,166

$1,985

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Copa Airlines

$2,434

$2,141

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Copa Airlines

$2,144

$1,998

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,078

$1,719

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

EZE - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (EZE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,167

$2,026

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AEP - Shanghai

Buenos Aires (AEP) - Shanghai (SHA)

Sky Airline

$2,188

$1,901

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$2,017 → $1,459

28%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$2,353 → $1,795

24%

24 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 30

$1,985 → $1,461

26%

7 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 30

$2,074 → $1,685

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Buenos Aires - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Buenos Aires to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Historically, August, September, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai typically take 54h 50m with two or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

No direct flights are available on this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines has 27 deals

Swiss International Air Lines has the most deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai are frequently available.

Buenos Aires main airports to depart from

Ministro Pistarini International (EZE)

Cheapest

Ministro Pistarini International Airport offers flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, with prices from 1459 USD.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,459

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery offers flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, with prices from 1523 USD.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1,523

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,462

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$8,701

$7,549

Save $1,152

PLUNA, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Buenos Aires to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Buenos Aires - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Connecting flights only

Swiss International Air Lines has 27 deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Buenos Aires 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

Nov 10

Sep 10

Nov 12

Dec 10

Oct 18

Sep 09

Sep 26

Jan 30

Sep 24

Sep 05

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Dec 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Buenos Aires to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Buenos Aires

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Buenos Aires to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Buenos Aires to Shanghai

Buenos Aires - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Connecting flights only

Swiss International Air Lines has 27 deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Buenos Aires 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

Nov 10

Sep 10

Nov 12

Dec 10

Oct 18

Sep 09

Sep 26

Jan 30

Sep 24

Sep 05

Sep 05

Dec 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai?