Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Bangkok?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok are available. Historically, approximately 48.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop before reaching their destination.

How many hours is the flight from Shanghai to Bangkok?

A direct flight from Shanghai to Bangkok typically takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 2897 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 8 hours and 30 minutes. The total travel time can vary depending on the number of stopovers.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Shanghai to Bangkok have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent availability of competitive fares. Travelers can often find favorable deals when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Shanghai to Bangkok: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Fares for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok typically range from $309–$513, with a median price of $397. Right now, prices are below the typical level, and about 8% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Bangkok, the cheapest time to fly is often July, with a median fare of $165. Other cost-effective months include January, where the median fare is $193, and March, with a median of $202.

The typical journey time for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok is 13h 0m, including connections. A meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect at least once. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Shanghai and Bangkok is 2897 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a journey that balances travel time with the opportunity to explore a significant international route.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Bangkok

Regular price: CN¥1,009 - CN¥2,062

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok is between CNY 1009 and CNY 2062. The current lowest deal is CNY 1230 with MyTravel Airways, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 27.

now CN¥1,230

Low CN¥1,009

High CN¥2,062

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok is July, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $538. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥165

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥538

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Bangkok

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,561

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,563

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,563

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,948

CN¥1,418

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,433

CN¥1,432

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,900

CN¥1,445

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,517 → CN¥1,505

40%

3 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 9

CN¥2,626 → CN¥1,646

37%

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

CN¥2,621 → CN¥1,646

37%

4 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 10

CN¥2,610 → CN¥1,646

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Shanghai - Bangkok route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Bangkok are below the typical level at $397.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $165 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 13h 0m

Flights from Shanghai to Bangkok typically take 13h 0m, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights available from 2 airlines

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais and Spring Airlines offer direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

MyTravel Airways offers a deal for $1230

MyTravel Airways has a deal for $1230, departing October 9 and returning October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Shanghai to Bangkok are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is an alternative for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok.

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

💸 Flights from ~$175

Bangkok main airports to arrive at

Suvarnabhumi (BKK)

Cheapest

Suvarnabhumi Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Airports nearby Bangkok used as alternative

U-Tapao International (UTP)

U-Tapao International is a practical alternative for Bangkok due to its proximity and role as a secondary hub.

📍 ~135 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$391

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From PVG

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Sep 04

Bangkok, Thailand

93% AI deal score

$1,512

$403

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Sep 06

Bangkok, Thailand

93% AI deal score

$1,551

$403

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Dec 07

Bangkok, Thailand

93% AI deal score

$1,480

$403

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Nov 29

Bangkok, Thailand

93% AI deal score

$1,446

$403

Save $1,043

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 02

Bangkok, Thailand

93% AI deal score

$1,481

$403

Save $1,078

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,361

$403

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bangkok

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok is between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price is typically around $334. Booking within 6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $699. Even booking 60 or more days out tends to be more expensive, averaging $555.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok is considered a good deal if the price is at or below $309. The median price for this route has historically been around $397. Prices above $513 are typically in the more expensive range for this route.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok, with a median price of $165. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $193. The annual median price for this route is typically around $397, making these months significantly more affordable.

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Shanghai to Bangkok: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Bangkok

Regular price: CN¥1,009 - CN¥2,062

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok is between CNY 1009 and CNY 2062. The current lowest deal is CNY 1230 with MyTravel Airways, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 27.

now CN¥1,230

Low CN¥1,009

High CN¥2,062

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥165

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥538

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Bangkok

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,561

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,563

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,563

CN¥1,243

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,948

CN¥1,418

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,433

CN¥1,432

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Bangkok

Shanghai (PVG) - Bangkok (BKK)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,900

CN¥1,445

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,517 → CN¥1,505

40%

3 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 9

CN¥2,626 → CN¥1,646

37%

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

CN¥2,621 → CN¥1,646

37%

4 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 10

CN¥2,610 → CN¥1,646

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Shanghai - Bangkok route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Bangkok are below the typical level at $397.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $165 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 13h 0m

Flights from Shanghai to Bangkok typically take 13h 0m, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights available from 2 airlines

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais and Spring Airlines offer direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

MyTravel Airways offers a deal for $1230

MyTravel Airways has a deal for $1230, departing October 9 and returning October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Shanghai to Bangkok are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is an alternative for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok.

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

💸 Flights from ~$175

Bangkok main airports to arrive at

Suvarnabhumi (BKK)

Cheapest

Suvarnabhumi Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Airports nearby Bangkok used as alternative

U-Tapao International (UTP)

U-Tapao International is a practical alternative for Bangkok due to its proximity and role as a secondary hub.

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,518

$371

Save $1,147

From PVG

Elite

Oct 06

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,361

$403

Save $958

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,386

$403

Save $983

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,390

$403

Save $987

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 06

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,361

$403

Save $958

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 06

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,360

$403

Save $957

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 06

Bangkok, Thailand

92% AI deal score

$1,361

$403

Save $958

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bangkok

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Bangkok

Shanghai to Bangkok: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Bangkok

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Bangkok

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Shanghai - Bangkok route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Typical flight duration is 13h 0m

Direct flights available from 2 airlines

MyTravel Airways offers a deal for $1230

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Bangkok main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bangkok used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bangkok

Best Elite deals to Bangkok

Sep 04

Sep 06

Dec 07

Nov 29

Dec 02

Sep 06

Oct 06

Oct 15

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Oct 06

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bangkok

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok?

How do I know if a Shanghai to Bangkok flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok?

Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Bangkok?

How many hours is the flight from Shanghai to Bangkok?

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Bangkok from other cities

Shanghai to Bangkok: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Bangkok

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Bangkok

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok

Shanghai - Bangkok route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Typical flight duration is 13h 0m

Direct flights available from 2 airlines

MyTravel Airways offers a deal for $1230

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Bangkok main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bangkok used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bangkok

Best Elite deals to Bangkok

Sep 04

Sep 06

Dec 07

Nov 29

Dec 02

Sep 06

Oct 06

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 06

Oct 06

Oct 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bangkok

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok?

How do I know if a Shanghai to Bangkok flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok?