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

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be significantly cheaper. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Aktau to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Traveling during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends, usually results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. 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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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-08
SCO - Shanghai
84% AI deal score
$804
$584
Round trip
2026-10-14 – 2026-10-20
SCO - Shanghai
80% AI deal score
$727
$588
Round trip
2026-10-15 – 2026-10-20
SCO - Shanghai
85% AI deal score
$745
$588
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2026-10-19 – 2026-10-27
SCO - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
$710
$607
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2026-10-22 – 2026-10-30
SCO - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
$713
$607
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2026-09-23 – 2026-10-11
SCO - Shanghai
77% AI deal score
$693
$611
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2026-09-28 – 2026-10-04
SCO - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
$739
$611
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2026-09-30 – 2026-10-10
SCO - Shanghai
78% AI deal score
$710
$611
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2026-09-23 – 2026-10-03
SCO - Shanghai
78% AI deal score
$713
$612
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-15
SCO - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
$760
$633
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Aktau to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Aktau to Shanghai

For those seeking cheap flights from Aktau to Shanghai, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $325. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $583, and August, with a median fare of $584. These months offer more budget-friendly opportunities compared to other times of the year.

Right now, fares from Aktau to Shanghai typically range from $656–$818, with a median of $721. Currently, prices are significantly below the typical level for this route. Approximately 39% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals can be found, though deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

Most itineraries from Aktau to Shanghai involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect at least two stops on their journey to Shanghai from Aktau.

A typical journey from Aktau to Shanghai takes approximately 38h 8m, including connections. This duration reflects the nature of the route, which predominantly involves multiple stopovers rather than direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai.

How much is a round trip from Aktau to Shanghai

Regular price: $631 - $1,572

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

The regular price range for flights from Aktau to Shanghai is between $631 and $1572. The current lowest deal is $563 with Flyr. This deal is for travel from Oct 19-Oct 24.

now $563

Low $631

High $1,572

The cheapest time to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SCO to SHA is September, with a median price of $325. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $2138. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $325

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,138

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai

Flyr

Nantucket Airlines

Shanghai Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Aktau to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, China Southern Airlines

$799

$726

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, China Southern Airlines

$772

$726

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Shanghai Airlines

$779

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Shanghai Airlines

$667

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, Antinea Airlines

$698

$606

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, Antinea Airlines

$698

$630

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 24

$749 → $567

24%

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

$762 → $597

22%

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$746 → $588

21%

5 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 30

$746 → $590

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Aktau to Shanghai are below the typical level, with deals around $563.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Aktau to Shanghai, with a median price of $325.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, 38h 8m median

Flights from Aktau to Shanghai are long-haul, with a median duration of 38h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flyr offers deals on this route

Flyr has offered 52 deals on the Aktau to Shanghai route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Aktau to Shanghai are historically rare.

Aktau main airports to depart from

Aktau (SCO)

Cheapest

Aktau Airport is a good option for flights from Aktau to Shanghai.

📍 ~25 km from Aktau (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$641

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From SCO

Elite

Oct 13

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$4,274

$2,009

Save $2,265

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 03

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$4,245

$2,137

Save $2,108

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 11

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$4,275

$2,204

Save $2,071

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 20

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$4,399

$2,287

Save $2,112

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 03

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,169

$2,137

Save $2,032

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 13

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,259

$2,288

Save $1,971

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Sep 14

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,108

$2,298

Save $1,810

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 03

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,241

$2,348

Save $1,893

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 03

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,427

$2,348

Save $2,079

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 13

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,383

$2,418

Save $1,965

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 11

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,239

$2,484

Save $1,755

Air Astana, +1

Business Class

From SCO

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,272

$2,571

Save $1,701

Air Astana

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. Mid-week bookings may also offer slight advantages over weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can often provide more flight options and potentially lower fares. Sometimes, flying into or out of a slightly more distant airport can lead to significant savings. Remember to factor in the additional travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

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Aktau to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Aktau to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Aktau to Shanghai

Regular price: $631 - $1,572

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

The regular price range for flights from Aktau to Shanghai is between $631 and $1572. The current lowest deal is $563 with Flyr. This deal is for travel from Oct 19-Oct 24.

now $563

Low $631

High $1,572

The cheapest time to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

September

Cheapest

Flights from $325

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,138

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai

Flyr

Nantucket Airlines

Shanghai Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Aktau to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, China Southern Airlines

$799

$726

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, China Southern Airlines

$772

$726

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Shanghai Airlines

$779

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Flyr, Shanghai Airlines

$667

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, Antinea Airlines

$698

$606

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCO - Shanghai

Aktau (SCO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flyr, Antinea Airlines

$698

$630

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 24

$749 → $567

24%

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

$762 → $597

22%

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$746 → $588

21%

5 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 30

$746 → $590

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Aktau to Shanghai are below the typical level, with deals around $563.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Aktau to Shanghai, with a median price of $325.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, 38h 8m median

Flights from Aktau to Shanghai are long-haul, with a median duration of 38h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flyr offers deals on this route

Flyr has offered 52 deals on the Aktau to Shanghai route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Aktau to Shanghai are historically rare.

Aktau main airports to depart from

Aktau (SCO)

Cheapest

Aktau Airport is a good option for flights from Aktau to Shanghai.

📍 ~25 km from Aktau (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$637

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,272

$2,571

Save $1,701

Air Astana

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Aktau to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Aktau to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Aktau to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Aktau to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Long-haul flights, 38h 8m median

Connecting flights are dominant

Flyr offers deals on this route

Deals are rare on this route

Aktau 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 13

Oct 03

Oct 11

Oct 20

Oct 03

Oct 13

Sep 14

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 13

Oct 11

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Aktau to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Aktau to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Aktau to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Aktau

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Aktau to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Aktau to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Aktau to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Direct flights from Aktau to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Aktau to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Aktau to Shanghai

Aktau - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Long-haul flights, 38h 8m median

Connecting flights are dominant

Flyr offers deals on this route

Deals are rare on this route

Aktau 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 13

Oct 03

Oct 11

Oct 20

Oct 03

Oct 13

Sep 14

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 13

Oct 11

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Aktau to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Aktau to Shanghai?

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