Are there direct flights from Cebu to Shanghai?

Direct flights from Cebu to Shanghai are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 8.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How long is the flight from Cebu to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Cebu to Shanghai has a median duration of 4 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 10 hours and 5 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2328 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing their flight option.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Cebu to Shanghai?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Cebu to Shanghai. Connecting flights have a median price of $290, while direct flights have a median price of $348. This represents a premium of approximately 20% for direct flights. Direct flights also make up a smaller share of the available options, accounting for about 8.3% of routes.

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January 13 - January 17

Cheapest

CEB - Shanghai

$463

$219

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December 18 - December 24

CEB - Shanghai

$348

$221

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January 8 - January 14

Best

CEB - Shanghai

$442

$221

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January 15 - January 19

CEB - Shanghai

$467

$221

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January 6 - January 10

CEB - Shanghai

$441

$230

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December 30 - January 5

CEB - Shanghai

$354

$230

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November 18 - November 24

CEB - Shanghai

$276

$242

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December 4 - December 10

CEB - Shanghai

$346

$242

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September 1 - September 8

CEB - Shanghai

$318

$251

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August 7 - August 14

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$313

$252

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Cebu to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Cebu to Shanghai

Flights from Cebu to Shanghai cover a distance of 2,328 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you will typically be in the air for a significant period, with most itineraries involving at least one connection.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cebu to Shanghai, fares typically range from $239 to $456, with a median price of $315. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Shanghai is often in November, with a median fare of $217. Other affordable months include June, where the median fare is $257, and February, with a median fare of $275. Planning your trip around these months can help secure a more budget-friendly journey.

When flying from Cebu to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 8.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should anticipate a journey that includes at least one layover.

A typical journey from Cebu to Shanghai takes approximately 13h 0m, including connections. Since most itineraries involve stopovers, this duration accounts for the time spent in transit and during layovers, rather than just the direct flight time.

How much is a round trip from Cebu to Shanghai

Regular price: $301 - $571

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

The regular price range for this route is between 301 USD and 571 USD. The current lowest deal is 277 USD with Vietnam Airlines for travel from Dec 23-Dec 29.

now $277

Low $301

High $571

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Cebu to Shanghai is November, with a median price of $217. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $447. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

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Flights from $217

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $447

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Direct flights from Cebu to Shanghai

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Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Shanghai

Sat, Jul 18

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CEB - Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

$330

$340

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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CEB - Shanghai

Cebu (CEB) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cebu Pacific

$314

$330

One-way

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Cebu (CEB) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cebu Pacific

$330

$319

One-way

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⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Shanghai

Cebu (CEB) - Shanghai (PVG)

$259

$296

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CEB - Shanghai

Cebu (CEB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cebu Pacific

$323

$273

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⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Shanghai

Cebu (CEB) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cathay Pacific

$372

$366

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 29

$364 → $277

24%

11 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 29

$354 → $278

21%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

$364 → $321

12%

4 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 22

$368 → $330

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Shanghai

Cebu - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cebu to Shanghai are below the typical level at $219.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cebu to Shanghai, with a median price of $217.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 13h 0m

The median flight time from Cebu to Shanghai is 13 hours, 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical

Connecting flights are typical, with a median of 2 stopovers on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietnam Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Cebu to Shanghai was found on Vietnam Airlines for $219.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Cebu to Shanghai are frequent.

Cebu main airports to depart from

Mactan–Cebu International (CEB)

Cheapest

Fly from Mactan–Cebu International for a direct route to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from Cebu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for your trip from Cebu to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$306

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$399

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is conveniently located for the Suzhou-Wuxi-Shanghai corridor and is less congested.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with high flight frequency and reliable high-speed rail service.

📍 ~260 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$399

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 destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$363

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically close to northern Shanghai and can help avoid airspace delays.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$419

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the best prices for flights from Cebu to Shanghai are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $273. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $335, while booking 7-13 days out averages $296. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 28-59 days in advance, averaging $401, and for those made 60+ days out, averaging $390.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Cebu to Shanghai is considered to be $239 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $315. Prices can go up to $456 or more for flights that are not considered good deals. Therefore, aiming for a price at or below $239 is advisable for travelers seeking value.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Cebu to Shanghai, with a median price of $217. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $257, followed by February at $275. The annual median price for this route is $315. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider these months for their journeys.

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