What percentage of Busan to Shanghai flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 6.2% of flights from Busan to Shanghai have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

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

A direct flight from Busan to Shanghai typically takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 801 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 6 hours and 10 minutes. This indicates a significant difference in travel time between direct and connecting options.

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

Yes, good prices on flights from Busan to Shanghai are historically frequent. This route is classified as one with regular opportunities for favorable deals. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed over the trailing 30 days.

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Busan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Busan to Shanghai

Most itineraries from Busan to Shanghai connect at least once, with only 6.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Busan to Shanghai are available, you are more likely to find options that involve a layover.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Busan to Shanghai are below the typical level. Prices typically range from $252–$394, with a median of $273. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while current prices are lower than usual, exceptional deals are not widely available.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Busan to Shanghai, September stands out with a median fare of $258. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median fare of $267, and July, where the median fare is $270. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Busan to Shanghai takes approximately 7h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. The distance between Busan and Shanghai is 801 km, classifying it as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Busan to Shanghai

Regular price: $119 - $251

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

The regular price range for this route is $119 to $251. The current lowest deal is $165 with Spring Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $165

Low $119

High $251

The cheapest time to fly from Busan to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from PUS to SHA is September, with a median price of $258. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $430. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $258

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $430

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Direct flights from Busan to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Busan to Shanghai

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

$358

$346

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

$273

$256

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air Busan

$241

$226

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

Coyne Aviation

$252

$230

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

Coyne Aviation

$251

$285

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PUS - Shanghai

Busan (PUS) - Shanghai (PVG)

Coyne Aviation

$142

$192

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 17

$252 → $183

27%

3 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 24

$257 → $216

16%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$253 → $215

15%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$253 → $215

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Busan to Shanghai

Busan - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Busan to Shanghai are below the typical level at $273.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $258.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 7h 15m duration

Flights from Busan to Shanghai typically have a median duration of 7 hours 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines is an airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights for this route are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Busan main airports to depart from

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Busan to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from Busan (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good choice for flights from Busan to Shanghai.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$316

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Busan to Shanghai is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $283. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $296, while booking 60+ days out resulted in a higher average price of $368 across the trailing quarter.

A flight from Busan to Shanghai is generally considered a good deal if the price is at or below $252. This threshold represents the lower 25% of prices observed in the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $273, while prices in the upper quartile can reach $394 or more.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Busan to Shanghai, with a median price of $258. June also offered favorable prices, with a median of $267. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $273, with July seeing a median price of $270.

Busan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Busan to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Busan to Shanghai

Regular price: $119 - $251

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

The regular price range for this route is $119 to $251. The current lowest deal is $165 with Spring Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $165

Low $119

High $251

The cheapest time to fly from Busan to Shanghai

September

Cheapest

Flights from $258

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $430

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec