Can I fly direct from Jakarta to Shanghai?

Direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai are available, but they are not common. Historically, only 1.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one stop.

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

A direct flight from Jakarta to Shanghai typically takes 6 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 4446 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a longer duration, with a median travel time of 12 hours and 40 minutes. The difference in median travel time between direct and one-stop flights is significant, with connecting flights taking approximately twice as long.

How much more do direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai cost?

Historically, direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai cost approximately 21% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $570, while connecting flights have a median price of $471. Despite the higher cost, direct flights represent a small portion of the available options, accounting for only 1.3% of all flights on this route.

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2026-11-26 – 2026-12-02
JKT - Shanghai
89% AI deal score
$376
$271
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-17
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$273
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Jakarta to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Jakarta to Shanghai, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $293. Other cost-effective options include October, with a median fare of $432, and August, where the median fare is $437. Planning your trip around these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai typically range from $383 to $590, with a median price of $468. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering the flight duration, a typical journey from Jakarta to Shanghai takes about 6h 10m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This means you should factor in additional travel time beyond the direct flight duration.

The route from Jakarta to Shanghai covers a distance of 4,446 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This distance typically involves a substantial amount of time in the air, often requiring a full day of travel when accounting for connections and airport procedures.

How much is a round trip from Jakarta to Shanghai

Regular price: $312 - $778

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

The regular price range for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai is between $312 and $778. The current lowest deal is $276 with Shenzhen Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 17.

now $276

Low $312

High $778

The cheapest time to fly from Jakarta to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from JKT to SHA is February, with a median price of $293. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $603. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $293

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $603

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Direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai

Garuda Indonesia

Last-minute flights going from Jakarta to Shanghai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$544

$294

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$544

$355

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$436

$294

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$454

$295

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$485

$295

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CGK - Shanghai

Jakarta (CGK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shenzhen Airlines

$376

$273

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$544 → $295

46%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$541 → $355

34%

3 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 4

$473 → $295

38%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$448 → $276

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Jakarta to Shanghai

Jakarta - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Jakarta to Shanghai are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $293

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Jakarta to Shanghai, at $293.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 6h 10m

Direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai typically take 6 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Garuda Indonesia offers direct flights

Garuda Indonesia is one airline that offers direct flights on the Jakarta to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Jakarta main airports to depart from

Soekarno–Hatta International (CGK)

Cheapest

Soekarno–Hatta International Airport offers flights to Shanghai, with prices from $261.

📍 ~19 km from Jakarta city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$261

Halim Perdanakusuma International (HLP)

Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport offers flights to Shanghai, with prices from $558.

📍 ~13 km from Jakarta city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$558

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a good option for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$274

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive routes and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$214

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

$476

Save $1,587

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $519. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $591, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of $670. This trend suggests that last-minute deals are often available for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Jakarta to Shanghai is considered to be $383 or less. The median price for this route has been $468. Prices can vary, with 75% of prices observed being $590 or less. Travelers aiming for the lower end of the spectrum should target prices at or below the $383 threshold.

Historically, February has offered the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Shanghai, with a median price of $293. Other relatively inexpensive months include October, with a median price of $432, and August, with a median price of $437. The annual median price for this route is $468, indicating that these months typically provide savings compared to the yearly average.

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Jakarta to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Jakarta to Shanghai

Regular price: $312 - $778

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

The regular price range for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai is between $312 and $778. The current lowest deal is $276 with Shenzhen Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 17.

now $276

Low $312

High $778

The cheapest time to fly from Jakarta to Shanghai

February

Cheapest

Flights from $293

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $603

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec