Are there direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available for the Seoul to Shanghai route. Historically, approximately 59.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates a strong prevalence of non-stop options for this particular route.

How many hours is the flight from Seoul to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Seoul to Shanghai typically takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 822 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 6 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when planning their journey to Shanghai.

How often do Seoul to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Seoul to Shanghai route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find more favorable fares. Regular monitoring of prices for this route is typically beneficial for securing a good deal.

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2026-08-26 – 2026-08-27
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Seoul to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Shanghai

A typical journey from Seoul to Shanghai takes about 2h 5m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once, with connecting flights typically taking 6h 40m. Non-stop flights from Seoul to Shanghai have a median duration of 2h 5m.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Seoul to Shanghai, fares typically range from $187–$260, with a median of $213. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require some flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Shanghai? The most affordable months to fly are typically April, with a median fare of $189, followed by June at $192, and July at $198. These months offer lower median prices compared to the overall typical range for this route.

A meaningful share of recent fares for this route are non-stop, at 59.9%. For itineraries that include connections, most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover. This means you have a good chance of finding direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai, but connecting options are also common.

The distance between Seoul and Shanghai is 822 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times, particularly for non-stop services. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable fares.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Shanghai

Regular price: $232 - $304

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $232 and $304. The current lowest deal is $172 with Shanghai Airlines for travel from Aug 26-Aug 27.

now $172

Low $232

High $304

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Shanghai is July, with a median price of $190. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $352. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $190

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $352

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Direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Shanghai

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Shanghai

Seoul (ICN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

$303

$224

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Shanghai

Seoul (ICN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

$301

$213

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Shanghai

Seoul (ICN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shandong Airlines

$398

$330

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GMP - Shanghai

Seoul (GMP) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$418

$355

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Shanghai

Seoul (ICN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

$341

$247

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Shanghai

Seoul (ICN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

$358

$249

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

$339 → $193

43%

1 night

Aug 8 - Aug 9

$333 → $192

42%

2 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 14

$307 → $181

41%

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$312 → $187

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Shanghai

Seoul - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Seoul to Shanghai are above the typical level at $172.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Shanghai, with a median price of $190.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai typically take 2h 5m, while connecting flights average 6h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

59.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 59.9% of flights from Seoul to Shanghai are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai, with recent deals observed.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in April, June, or July

Historically, April, June, and July offer lower median prices for flights from Seoul to Shanghai.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers flights to Shanghai, with prices from $131, making it a good option.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Seoul to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$226

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive routes and competitive pricing, with excellent high-speed rail to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$196

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 Seoul to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $216. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $230, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an even higher average of $276. This suggests that planning within the two-to-four-week range can lead to more favorable pricing across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Seoul to Shanghai is considered to be $187 or less. The median price observed for this route was $213. Prices typically begin to increase significantly above the $260 mark. Aiming for fares at or below $187 can help secure a more economical journey.

Historically, April, June, and July have offered some of the most economical flights from Seoul to Shanghai. April typically sees a median price of $189, while June's median price is $192. July, despite being one of the cheapest, also represents the most expensive month with a median price of $198. The annual median price for this route is $213, indicating these months are generally below the yearly average.

Seoul to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Shanghai

Regular price: $232 - $304

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $232 and $304. The current lowest deal is $172 with Shanghai Airlines for travel from Aug 26-Aug 27.

now $172

Low $232

High $304

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Shanghai

July

Cheapest

Flights from $190

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $352

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec