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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing for long journeys. However, flights with connections often come at a lower price point. The 'best' option depends on your priorities regarding cost versus travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on Porto to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or traveling during off-peak seasons often result in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal cheaper options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Porto 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 meals or entertainment. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Porto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Porto to Shanghai

Most itineraries for flights from Porto to Shanghai connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means that travelers should expect to factor in layovers when planning their journey.

A typical journey from Porto to Shanghai takes approximately 25h 0m including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival, encompassing all layovers. This is a significant travel time, characteristic of long-haul routes.

When considering cheap flights from Porto to Shanghai, the most affordable times to fly are typically in September, with a median fare of $1405, and October, with a median fare of $1514. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route, making them opportune times for booking. Deals are infrequent for this route, so a price alert helps.

Fares for flights from Porto to Shanghai typically range from $823–$1913, with a median of $1405. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level. Only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. This route is a long-haul journey, covering a distance of 10498 km.

How much is a round trip from Porto to Shanghai

Regular price: €686 - €1,399

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 686 EUR and 1399 EUR. The current lowest deal is 655 EUR with Swiss International Air Lines, for travel from Mar 8-Mar 14.

now 655 €

Low 686 €

High 1,399 €

The cheapest time to fly from Porto to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from OPO to SHA is February, with a median price of $755. Prices are generally lower from January to April. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1284.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 755 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,284 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Porto to Shanghai

Ryanair

Aero Services Executive

TAP Portugal

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Porto to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Lufthansa

870 €

2,933 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air France

851 €

995 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air France

853 €

841 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

945 €

860 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Emirates Airlines

909 €

3,646 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

945 €

1,196 €

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

930 € → 686 €

26%

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

893 € → 672 €

25%

10 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 25

870 € → 662 €

24%

12 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 27

862 € → 656 €

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Porto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Porto to Shanghai are below the typical level, with prices around $655.

📅 Best time to fly

September and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, September ($1405) and October ($1514) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 0m.

Flights from Porto to Shanghai typically involve connecting routes, with a median duration of 25h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

This route is primarily served by connecting flights; direct options are not available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines has a recent deal.

Swiss International Air Lines recently offered a deal for $655 via kiwi from March 8-14.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Porto to Shanghai are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Porto main airports to depart from

Porto (OPO)

Cheapest

Porto Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~€649

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€618

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~€815

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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From OPO

Elite

Mar 01

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,693

$1,529

Save $1,164

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Jan 10

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,708

$1,579

Save $1,129

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,735

$1,627

Save $1,108

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,852

$1,627

Save $1,225

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Feb 23

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,668

$1,721

Save $947

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Feb 24

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,668

$1,758

Save $910

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Dec 09

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,712

$1,769

Save $943

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,782

$1,816

Save $966

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Nov 23

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,614

$1,627

Save $987

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Nov 26

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,630

$1,627

Save $1,003

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Nov 28

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,630

$1,627

Save $1,003

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OPO

Elite

Nov 30

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,630

$1,627

Save $1,003

Iberia 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. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost alternatives.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period may help you identify opportune times to purchase tickets. Last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While not always necessary, it may offer additional flexibility. Always consider the extra travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

Porto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Porto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Porto to Shanghai

Regular price: €686 - €1,399

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 686 EUR and 1399 EUR. The current lowest deal is 655 EUR with Swiss International Air Lines, for travel from Mar 8-Mar 14.

now 655 €

Low 686 €

High 1,399 €

The cheapest time to fly from Porto to Shanghai

February

Cheapest

Flights from 755 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,284 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Porto to Shanghai

Ryanair

Aero Services Executive

TAP Portugal

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Porto to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Lufthansa

870 €

2,933 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air France

851 €

995 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air France

853 €

841 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Ryanair

945 €

860 €

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Emirates Airlines

909 €

3,646 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

OPO - Shanghai

Porto (OPO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Turkish Airlines

945 €

1,196 €

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

930 € → 686 €

26%

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

893 € → 672 €

25%

10 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 25

870 € → 662 €

24%

12 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 27

862 € → 656 €

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Porto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Porto to Shanghai are below the typical level, with prices around $655.

📅 Best time to fly

September and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, September ($1405) and October ($1514) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 0m.

Flights from Porto to Shanghai typically involve connecting routes, with a median duration of 25h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

This route is primarily served by connecting flights; direct options are not available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines has a recent deal.

Swiss International Air Lines recently offered a deal for $655 via kiwi from March 8-14.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Porto to Shanghai are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Porto main airports to depart from

Porto (OPO)

Cheapest

Porto Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~€649

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€618

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,630

$1,627

Save $1,003

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Porto to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Porto to Shanghai

Porto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Porto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Porto to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Direct flights from Porto to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Porto to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Porto - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

September and October are historically cheapest.

Connecting flights average 25h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Swiss International Air Lines has a recent deal.

Deals for this route are rare.

Porto 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

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Jan 10

Dec 03

Dec 03

Feb 23

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Dec 09

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Nov 23

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Porto to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Porto to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Porto to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Porto

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Porto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Porto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Porto to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Direct flights from Porto to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Porto to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Porto to Shanghai

Porto - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

September and October are historically cheapest.

Connecting flights average 25h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Swiss International Air Lines has a recent deal.

Deals for this route are rare.

Porto 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

Mar 01

Jan 10

Dec 03

Dec 03

Feb 23

Feb 24

Dec 09

Dec 03

Nov 23

Nov 26

Nov 28

Nov 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Porto to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Porto to Shanghai?

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