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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with connections may sometimes be cheaper, so it's worth comparing both types of itineraries.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Jakarta flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for changes or cancellations. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-11-16 – 2026-12-03
SHA - Jakarta
73% AI deal score
CN¥1,772
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Shanghai to Jakarta: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Fares for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta typically range from $426–$608, with a median of $509 over a 90-day period. Right now, prices are below the typical level, offering a potential advantage for travelers. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding exceptionally low fares for cheap flights from Shanghai to Jakarta can be challenging.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Jakarta takes approximately 6h 20m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the overall travel time rather than a direct flight. The median connecting flight time is 14h 35m, while non-stop flights, though rare, have a median duration of 6h 20m.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of $244. Following closely, August also presents lower prices, with a median of $310. July is another option for more budget-conscious travel, showing a median fare of $393.

Most itineraries for this route involve at least one connection, as only 1.4% of recent fares were for direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta. When connecting, most itineraries typically include 2 stopovers. This means travelers should expect longer journey times and plan accordingly for layovers.

The route from Shanghai to Jakarta covers a distance of 4446 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This distance often contributes to the overall flight duration and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Jakarta

Regular price: CN¥1,897 - CN¥3,437

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta is CNY 1897-3437. The current lowest deal is CNY 1627 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 10-Nov 14.

now CN¥1,627

Low CN¥1,897

High CN¥3,437

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta is November, with a median price of $244. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $594. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥244

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥594

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Jakarta

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥3,111

CN¥2,641

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥3,107

CN¥2,701

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,553

CN¥2,548

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,104

CN¥2,548

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,549

CN¥2,835

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,059

CN¥2,835

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

CN¥2,173 → CN¥1,634

25%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

CN¥3,111 → CN¥2,581

17%

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

CN¥2,141 → CN¥1,634

24%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

CN¥3,107 → CN¥2,641

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Shanghai - Jakarta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Jakarta are below the typical level at $483.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $244.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

Direct flights to Jakarta typically take 6h 20m, while connecting flights average 14h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.4% of recent flights from Shanghai to Jakarta are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Shanghai to Jakarta are historically rare.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a good choice for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta, with competitive prices.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,555

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient option for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,904

Jakarta main airports to arrive at

Soekarno–Hatta International (CGK)

Cheapest

Soekarno–Hatta International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta.

📍 ~19 km from Jakarta city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,553

Airports nearby Jakarta used as alternative

Husein Sastranegara International (BDO)

Consider Husein Sastranegara International as it is a close alternative with excellent connectivity to Jakarta.

📍 ~135 km from Jakarta (reachable by high-speed railway and toll roads)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,258

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Jakarta

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Best Elite deals to Jakarta

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From SHA

Elite

Dec 05

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$2,030

$475

Save $1,555

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 02

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,942

$475

Save $1,467

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 04

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,736

$475

Save $1,261

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,967

$475

Save $1,492

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 09

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,951

$475

Save $1,476

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 04

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,737

$475

Save $1,262

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 04

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,742

$475

Save $1,267

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 09

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,951

$475

Save $1,476

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,965

$475

Save $1,490

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 09

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,972

$475

Save $1,497

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,965

$475

Save $1,490

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 02

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,955

$475

Save $1,480

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Jakarta

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Sometimes, booking in advance or looking at flights during off-peak seasons may also yield better prices.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. It's generally advisable to monitor prices over time to identify favorable booking windows for your trip.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, the potential savings could be worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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Shanghai to Jakarta: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Jakarta

Regular price: CN¥1,897 - CN¥3,437

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta is CNY 1897-3437. The current lowest deal is CNY 1627 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 10-Nov 14.

now CN¥1,627

Low CN¥1,897

High CN¥3,437

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

November

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥244

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥594

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Jakarta

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥3,111

CN¥2,641

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥3,107

CN¥2,701

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,553

CN¥2,548

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,104

CN¥2,548

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,549

CN¥2,835

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,059

CN¥2,835

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

CN¥2,173 → CN¥1,634

25%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

CN¥3,111 → CN¥2,581

17%

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

CN¥2,141 → CN¥1,634

24%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

CN¥3,107 → CN¥2,641

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Shanghai - Jakarta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Jakarta are below the typical level at $483.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $244.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

Direct flights to Jakarta typically take 6h 20m, while connecting flights average 14h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.4% of recent flights from Shanghai to Jakarta are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Shanghai to Jakarta are historically rare.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a good choice for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta, with competitive prices.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,555

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient option for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,904

Jakarta main airports to arrive at

Soekarno–Hatta International (CGK)

Cheapest

Soekarno–Hatta International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta.

📍 ~19 km from Jakarta city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,553

Airports nearby Jakarta used as alternative

Husein Sastranegara International (BDO)

Consider Husein Sastranegara International as it is a close alternative with excellent connectivity to Jakarta.

Jakarta, Indonesia

96% AI deal score

$1,955

$475

Save $1,480

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Jakarta

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Jakarta

Shanghai to Jakarta: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Jakarta

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Jakarta

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Shanghai - Jakarta route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 6h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Jakarta main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Jakarta used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Jakarta

Best Elite deals to Jakarta

Dec 05

Dec 02

Nov 04

Dec 12

Dec 09

Nov 04

Nov 04

Dec 09

Dec 12

Dec 09

Dec 12

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Jakarta

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Jakarta?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Jakarta?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Jakarta flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Jakarta from other cities

Shanghai to Jakarta: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Jakarta

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Jakarta

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Jakarta

Shanghai - Jakarta route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 6h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Jakarta main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Jakarta used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Jakarta

Best Elite deals to Jakarta

Dec 05

Dec 02

Nov 04

Dec 12

Dec 09

Nov 04

Nov 04

Dec 09

Dec 12

Dec 09

Dec 12

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Jakarta

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Jakarta?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Jakarta?

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