Can I fly direct from Hanoi to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights from Hanoi to Shanghai are available. Historically, approximately 26.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This data is based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Hanoi to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Hanoi to Shanghai has a median duration of 3 hours and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1937 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases to 7 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journeys.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Hanoi to Shanghai?

Historically, good prices on flights from Hanoi to Shanghai are frequently available. This route is classified as one with frequent deals. Travelers can often find competitive prices when planning their trips, based on data from the trailing 30 days.

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Hanoi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Hanoi to Shanghai, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $167. June is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $169. September presents another good option, with a median fare of $186, remaining close to the overall typical price.

Fares for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai typically range from $153 to $221, with a median price of $185. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so monitoring prices closely is advisable.

Most itineraries from Hanoi to Shanghai involve connections, with only 26.4% of recent fares being direct flights from Hanoi to Shanghai. For the majority of flights that are not non-stop, travelers can expect to make one stopover.

A typical journey from Hanoi to Shanghai takes approximately 6h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time longer than a direct flight would be.

The distance between Hanoi and Shanghai is 1,937 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates to a flight duration that often includes a stop, aligning with the observed prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Hanoi to Shanghai

Regular price: $138 - $338

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

Regular prices for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai typically range from $138 to $338. The current lowest deal is $183 with Vietjet Air for travel from Oct 1-Oct 8.

now $183

Low $138

High $338

The cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from HAN to SHA is May, with a median price of $167. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $447. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $167

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $447

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Direct flights from Hanoi to Shanghai

Vietjet Air

Last-minute flights going from Hanoi to Shanghai

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air China

$439

$307

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$382

$243

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

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HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$452

$252

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

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HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$357

$252

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$455

$253

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

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HAN - Shanghai

Hanoi (HAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$414

$309

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$399 → $233

42%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$401 → $250

38%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$415 → $275

34%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$353 → $216

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Hanoi to Shanghai

Hanoi - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Hanoi to Shanghai are above the typical level, with 7% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Shanghai, with a median price of $167.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 6h 40m flight time.

Flights from Hanoi to Shanghai typically take 6h 40m, covering a distance of 1937 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are most common.

Only 26.4% of recent flights from Hanoi to Shanghai are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietjet Air offers direct flights.

Vietjet Air is one airline that offers direct flights from Hanoi to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Hanoi main airports to depart from

Noi Bai International (HAN)

Cheapest

Noi Bai International Airport offers flights to Shanghai, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~22 km from Hanoi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$189

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.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight is around $202. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $340. For bookings made 60 or more days in advance, the average price is approximately $220, while those made 28-59 days out average $302.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Hanoi to Shanghai is considered to be $153 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $185. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $221 or less. These figures are based on pricing data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, May and June are typically the cheapest months to fly from Hanoi to Shanghai, with median prices of $167 and $169, respectively. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $186. The annual median price for this route is $185, based on data from the trailing 270 days. While September is listed as the most expensive month, its median price of $186 is only slightly above the annual median.

Hanoi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hanoi to Shanghai

Regular price: $138 - $338

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

Regular prices for flights from Hanoi to Shanghai typically range from $138 to $338. The current lowest deal is $183 with Vietjet Air for travel from Oct 1-Oct 8.

now $183

Low $138

High $338

The cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from HAN to SHA is May, with a median price of $167. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $447. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $167

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $447

Jan

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec