Are direct flights from Ljubljana 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, as flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Ljubljana to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-22
LJU - Shanghai
88% AI deal score
1,046 €
756 €
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-09-20
LJU - Shanghai
86% AI deal score
1,109 €
793 €
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1,016 €
802 €
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LJU - Shanghai
86% AI deal score
1,054 €
842 €
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78% AI deal score
1,008 €
849 €
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2026-09-13 – 2026-09-20
LJU - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
1,090 €
874 €
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82% AI deal score
998 €
875 €
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880 €
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1,053 €
909 €
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1,013 €
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Ljubljana to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai are significantly below the typical level. Historically, prices for this route typically range from $1153–$1514, with a median of $1268. Currently, 18% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a favorable market for travelers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of $974. Other cost-effective options include April, with a median fare of $1199, and July, where the median fare is $1214.

A typical journey from Ljubljana to Shanghai takes approximately 43h 15m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 8745 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting, as there are no direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai available.

New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be particularly helpful for travelers looking to secure the best possible fare.

How much is a round trip from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Regular price: €883 - €1,470

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

Regularly, flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai range from 883 EUR to 1470 EUR. The current lowest deal is 756 EUR with Iberia Airlines for travel from Sep 8 to Sep 22.

now 756 €

Low 883 €

High 1,470 €

The cheapest time to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai is November, with a median price of $974. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $4683. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 974 €

March

Most Expensive

Flights from 4,683 €

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Swiss International Air Lines

Air Serbia

Lufthansa

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

Transavia France

1,307 €

1,018 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

Norwegian Air Sweden

1,306 €

931 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

Iberia Airlines

1,063 €

816 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

1,014 €

854 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

927 €

726 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

LOT Polish Airlines

1,093 €

698 €

One-way

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

10 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 20

1,105 € → 630 €

43%

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

1,140 € → 682 €

40%

10 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 11

1,097 € → 642 €

41%

9 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 13

1,100 € → 648 €

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Ljubljana - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Ljubljana to Shanghai are below the typical level at $756.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai, with a median price of $974.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 43h 15m

Flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median flight time of 43h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers a recent deal

Iberia Airlines recently offered a flight for $756 from Ljubljana to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai are rare, based on the last 30 days.

Ljubljana main airports to depart from

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik (LJU)

Cheapest

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€641

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, or maglev train)

💸 Flights from ~€643

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive routes and often provides competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

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

💸 Flights from ~€638

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 LJU

Elite

Oct 01

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$5,537

$3,315

Save $2,222

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,198

$3,479

Save $1,719

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,190

$3,479

Save $1,711

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,190

$3,479

Save $1,711

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,321

$3,555

Save $1,766

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Mar 01

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,339

$3,600

Save $1,739

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Jan 08

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,417

$3,645

Save $1,772

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Feb 03

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$2,635

$1,968

Save $667

Air France

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,180

$3,479

Save $1,701

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Nov 12

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$4,793

$3,479

Save $1,314

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Nov 13

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$4,894

$3,479

Save $1,415

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LJU

Elite

Oct 22

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,144

$3,479

Save $1,665

LOT Polish Airlines, +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. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance, often several months before your trip, may help you secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time is usually a good strategy. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Ljubljana to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be particularly helpful for travelers looking to secure the best possible fare.

How much is a round trip from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Regular price: €883 - €1,470

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

Regularly, flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai range from 883 EUR to 1470 EUR. The current lowest deal is 756 EUR with Iberia Airlines for travel from Sep 8 to Sep 22.

now 756 €

Low 883 €

High 1,470 €

The cheapest time to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

November

Cheapest

Flights from 974 €

March

Most Expensive

Flights from 4,683 €

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Swiss International Air Lines

Air Serbia

Lufthansa

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

Transavia France

1,307 €

1,018 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

Norwegian Air Sweden

1,306 €

931 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

Iberia Airlines

1,063 €

816 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

1,014 €

854 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (PVG)

KLM

927 €

726 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LJU - Shanghai

Ljubljana (LJU) - Shanghai (SHA)

LOT Polish Airlines

1,093 €

698 €

One-way

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

10 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 20

1,105 € → 630 €

43%

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

1,140 € → 682 €

40%

10 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 11

1,097 € → 642 €

41%

9 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 13

1,100 € → 648 €

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Ljubljana - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Ljubljana to Shanghai are below the typical level at $756.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai, with a median price of $974.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 43h 15m

Flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median flight time of 43h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers a recent deal

Iberia Airlines recently offered a flight for $756 from Ljubljana to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai are rare, based on the last 30 days.

Ljubljana main airports to depart from

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik (LJU)

Cheapest

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€641

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, or maglev train)

💸 Flights from ~€643

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive routes and often provides competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,144

$3,479

Save $1,665

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Ljubljana to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Ljubljana to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Ljubljana to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Ljubljana - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 43h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Ljubljana 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

Oct 01

Oct 24

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 24

Mar 01

Jan 08

Feb 03

Oct 24

Nov 12

Nov 13

Oct 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Ljubljana to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Ljubljana

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Ljubljana to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Ljubljana to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Direct flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Ljubljana to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ljubljana to Shanghai

Ljubljana - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 43h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Ljubljana 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

Oct 01

Oct 24

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 24

Mar 01

Jan 08

Feb 03

Oct 24

Nov 12

Nov 13

Oct 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Ljubljana to Shanghai?