Are there direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

Historically, direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai have accounted for 21% of the available routes. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights involve layovers. For routes with connections, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days is 1. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai has a median duration of 4 hours and 10 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 2746 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if considering connecting flights.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, good prices on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers typically have regular opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The consistent availability of good prices can make planning travel between these two cities more accessible for budget-conscious flyers.

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SGN - Shanghai
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SGN - Shanghai
72% AI deal score
$217
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$217
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71% AI deal score
$210
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Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai cover a distance of 2,746 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you are looking at a substantial journey, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For cheap flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, fares typically range from $178 to $261, with a median price of $216. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 13% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, the data shows that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $183. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median of $201, and December, where the median fare is $207.

Regarding the typical journey time, a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai takes approximately 9h 10m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 21% of recent fares were for direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, meaning the majority of travelers will experience at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Regular price: $177 - $379

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai.

The regular price range for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is between $177 and $379. The current lowest deal is $176 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 6.

now $176

Low $177

High $379

The cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SGN to SHA is March, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $326. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $183

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $326

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Aug

Sep

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Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Vietjet Air

Last-minute flights going from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$358

$296

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$360

$296

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$358

$273

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$353

$271

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$380

$272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$429

$296

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$429 → $296

31%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$382 → $253

34%

5 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 9

$369 → $255

31%

3 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 9

$384 → $271

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are below the typical level at $176.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, with a median price of $183.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 9h 10m

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai typically take 9h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1 stopover being the median when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has a deal for $176

Spring Airlines offers a deal from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai for $176.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Ho Chi Minh City main airports to depart from

Tan Son Nhat International (SGN)

Cheapest

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is a good choice for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai.

📍 ~6 km from Ho Chi Minh City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good choice for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$187

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.

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

💸 Flights from ~$237

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $215. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging around $323. Conversely, booking 7-13 days out tends to yield an average price of $266. Prices observed across the trailing quarter indicate that planning within this 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is considered to be $178 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $216. Prices above $261 are typically in the higher range for this route. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $178 threshold.

Historically, March has been the most economical month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, with a median price of $183. September also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $201. The annual median price for this route is $216, indicating that these months are typically below the yearly average. While December has a median of $207, it is also observed as the most expensive month.

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Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Regular price: $177 - $379

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai.

The regular price range for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is between $177 and $379. The current lowest deal is $176 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 6.

now $176

Low $177

High $379

The cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SGN to SHA is March, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $326. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $183

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $326

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Vietjet Air

Last-minute flights going from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$358

$296

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$360

$296

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$358

$273

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$353

$271

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$380

$272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Shanghai

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

$429

$296

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$429 → $296

31%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$382 → $253

34%

5 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 9

$369 → $255

31%

3 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 9

$384 → $271

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai