Are there direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai?

Direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai are relatively infrequent, accounting for approximately 1.1% of all flights in the trailing 90 days. When direct flights are not available, connecting flights typically involve a median of 2 stopovers. Travelers should anticipate that most routes will include at least one stop.

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

A direct flight from Helsinki to Shanghai typically takes around 9 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 21 hours. The distance covered on this route is 7394 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Helsinki to Shanghai come up?

Cheap flights from Helsinki to Shanghai are classified as a regular occurrence. This indicates that favorable prices for this route appear with consistent frequency across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find good deals over time.

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2027-01-21 – 2027-01-28
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Helsinki to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

A typical journey from Helsinki to Shanghai takes about 9h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the overall travel time rather than a direct flight. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time is significantly longer, at 21h 0m.

When looking for cheap flights from Helsinki to Shanghai, the fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1055–$1315, with a median of $1171. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai, the data shows that July is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $718. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $725, followed by September at a median of $1035.

Most itineraries for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai connect at least once, with only 1.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the vast majority of connecting flights, travelers should expect to make 2 stopovers.

The distance between Helsinki and Shanghai is approximately 7394 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the typical journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Shanghai

Regular price: €580 - €1,483

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

The regular price range for this route is 580 EUR to 1483 EUR. The current lowest deal is 582 EUR with Lufthansa, for travel from Jan 14-Jan 26.

now 582 €

Low 580 €

High 1,483 €

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai is July, with a median price of $718. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $1362. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from 718 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,362 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Shanghai

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

659 €

665 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

648 €

630 €

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

634 €

667 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

611 €

630 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

615 €

630 €

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

764 €

630 €

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

957 € → 676 €

29%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

961 € → 681 €

29%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

954 € → 677 €

29%

12 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 18

891 € → 632 €

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Helsinki - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares from Helsinki to Shanghai are above the typical level at $1171.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest flights in July, October, and September

Historically, the cheapest flights are in July ($718), October ($725), and September ($1035).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 21h 0m

The median flight duration for connecting flights on this route is 21h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 2 stopovers typically, representing 98.9% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers a deal for $582

Lufthansa has a deal for $582 from January 14 to January 26, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Helsinki to Shanghai appear regularly, so check frequently.

Helsinki main airports to depart from

Helsinki (HEL)

Cheapest

Helsinki Airport is a great choice for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€585

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a key gateway for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~€586

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often providing competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail in 45-60 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~€772

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From HEL

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$4,546

$2,698

Save $1,848

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 14

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,555

$2,737

Save $1,818

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 09

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,453

$2,766

Save $1,687

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,580

$2,627

Save $1,953

From HEL

Elite

Dec 27

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,595

$2,632

Save $1,963

From HEL

Elite

Nov 26

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$3,580

$2,737

Save $843

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Nov 10

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$3,659

$2,739

Save $920

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai has been 7-13 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was $736. Booking 0-6 days out saw prices increase to an average of $1340. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days in advance typically averaged $1182, while those booked 14-27 days out averaged $1434.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Helsinki to Shanghai was considered to be $1055 or less. The median price observed over this 90-day period was $1171. Prices typically ranged up to $1315 for the higher end of fares.

Historically, July has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai, with a median price of $718. October also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $725. In contrast, September was observed as the most expensive month, with a median price of $1035, compared to an annual median of $1171.

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Helsinki to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Shanghai

Regular price: €580 - €1,483

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

The regular price range for this route is 580 EUR to 1483 EUR. The current lowest deal is 582 EUR with Lufthansa, for travel from Jan 14-Jan 26.

now 582 €

Low 580 €

High 1,483 €

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

July

Cheapest

Flights from 718 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,362 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Shanghai

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

659 €

665 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

648 €

630 €

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

634 €

667 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

611 €

630 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

615 €

630 €

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Shanghai

Helsinki (HEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

764 €

630 €

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

957 € → 676 €

29%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

961 € → 681 €

29%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

954 € → 677 €

29%

12 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 18

891 € → 632 €

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Helsinki - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares from Helsinki to Shanghai are above the typical level at $1171.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest flights in July, October, and September

Historically, the cheapest flights are in July ($718), October ($725), and September ($1035).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 21h 0m

The median flight duration for connecting flights on this route is 21h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 2 stopovers typically, representing 98.9% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers a deal for $582

Lufthansa has a deal for $582 from January 14 to January 26, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Helsinki to Shanghai appear regularly, so check frequently.

Helsinki main airports to depart from

Helsinki (HEL)

Cheapest

Helsinki Airport is a great choice for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€585

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a key gateway for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~€586

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often providing competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail in 45-60 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~€772

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Helsinki to Shanghai.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From HEL

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$4,546

$2,698

Save $1,848

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 14

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,555

$2,737

Save $1,818

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 09

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,453

$2,766

Save $1,687

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 31

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,579

$2,627

Save $1,952

From HEL

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,580

$2,627

Save $1,953

From HEL

Elite

Dec 27

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,595

$2,632

Save $1,963

From HEL

Elite

Nov 26

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$3,580

$2,737

Save $843

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From HEL

Elite

Nov 10

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$3,659

$2,739

Save $920

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Helsinki to Shanghai

Helsinki to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Helsinki - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Cheapest flights in July, October, and September

Connecting flights take 21h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Lufthansa offers a deal for $582

Deals appear regularly

Helsinki 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 03

Dec 14

Dec 09

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 30

Dec 27

Nov 26

Nov 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Helsinki to Shanghai?

What's a cheap fare from Helsinki to Shanghai?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai?

Are there direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai?

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

How often do cheap flights from Helsinki to Shanghai come up?

Related routes

More routes from Helsinki

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Helsinki to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Direct flights from Helsinki to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai

Helsinki - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Cheapest flights in July, October, and September

Connecting flights take 21h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Lufthansa offers a deal for $582

Deals appear regularly

Helsinki 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 03

Dec 14

Dec 09

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 30

Dec 27

Nov 26

Nov 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Helsinki to Shanghai?

What's a cheap fare from Helsinki to Shanghai?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Shanghai?