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

Direct flights are often more convenient and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be significantly more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Muscat flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often help you find more economical flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even different weeks. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Muscat 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 budget to avoid surprises.

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Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Muscat

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Muscat

2027-01-02 – 2027-01-09
SHA - Muscat
80% AI deal score
CN¥3,992
CN¥3,707
Round trip
2027-01-02 – 2027-01-11
SHA - Muscat
79% AI deal score
CN¥3,916
CN¥3,714
Round trip
2026-10-29 – 2026-11-01
SHA - Muscat
74% AI deal score
CN¥3,882
CN¥3,714
Round trip
2026-08-05 – 2026-08-31
SHA - Muscat
72% AI deal score
CN¥4,051
CN¥4,073
Round trip
2026-10-24 – 2026-11-23
SHA - Muscat
73% AI deal score
CN¥3,686
CN¥4,792
Round trip
2026-11-28 – 2026-11-30
SHA - Muscat
73% AI deal score
CN¥3,399
CN¥4,792
Round trip
2026-11-20 – 2026-11-30
SHA - Muscat
73% AI deal score
CN¥3,311
CN¥4,792
Round trip
2026-11-19 – 2026-11-23
SHA - Muscat
72% AI deal score
CN¥3,328
CN¥4,792
Round trip
2026-11-14 – 2026-11-23
SHA - Muscat
73% AI deal score
CN¥3,355
CN¥4,792
Round trip
2026-11-18 – 2026-11-23
SHA - Muscat
73% AI deal score
CN¥3,432
CN¥4,792
Round trip

Shanghai to Muscat: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Muscat

For cheap flights from Shanghai to Muscat, fares right now are significantly below the typical level. Over the last 90 days, prices typically ranged from $1210–$1283, with a median of $1248. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Muscat, December stands out with a median fare of $327. Following December, July offers a median fare of $767, and April presents a median of $1185. These months represent the most affordable options for this route.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Muscat takes about 35h 5m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 6201 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers when connecting being 3. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Muscat

Regular price: CN¥3,250 - CN¥5,342

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

The regular price range for this route is between 3250 CNY and 5342 CNY. The current lowest deal is 3711 CNY with Etihad Airways. This price is for travel from Jan 2 to Jan 11.

now CN¥3,711

Low CN¥3,250

High CN¥5,342

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Muscat

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Muscat is December, with a median price of $327. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $1240. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥327

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,240

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Muscat

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

China Eastern Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Muscat

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Spring Airlines

CN¥4,459

CN¥4,998

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Spring Airlines

CN¥5,076

CN¥4,856

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Vietjet Air, Estonian Air

CN¥4,037

CN¥4,300

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Qatar Airways

CN¥4,703

CN¥8,411

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Qatar Airways

CN¥4,573

CN¥8,587

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Muscat

Shanghai (PVG) - Muscat (MCT)

Qatar Airways

CN¥4,583

CN¥8,587

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 11

CN¥5,076 → CN¥4,856

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

CN¥3,888 → CN¥3,711

9 nights

Jan 2 - Jan 11

CN¥3,870 → CN¥3,711

25 nights

Aug 19 - Sep 13

CN¥4,055 → CN¥4,212

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Muscat

Shanghai - Muscat route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Muscat are below the typical level, with a median price of $1248.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Muscat, with a median price of $327.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 35h 5m with connecting flights

Flights from Shanghai to Muscat typically take 35 hours and 5 minutes, with 3 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant for Shanghai to Muscat.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers many deals

Etihad Airways has historically offered 58 deals for flights from Shanghai to Muscat.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Muscat are historically rare, based on recent 30-day patterns.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers flights to Muscat, and is often the cheapest option from Shanghai.

📍 ~35 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$534

Muscat main airports to arrive at

Muscat International (MCT)

Cheapest

Muscat International Airport serves Muscat, offering a convenient arrival point for your trip from Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$534

Airports nearby Muscat used as alternative

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai International for its extensive route network and potential for lower fares to Muscat.

📍 ~350 km from Muscat (reachable by bus or shuttle, requires border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$469

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Muscat

81% AI deal score

$4,179

$3,489

Save $690

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Muscat

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 lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings are sometimes more economical than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While not always necessary, checking alternative departure or arrival airports may occasionally lead to savings. Be sure to factor in the additional travel time and cost to reach these airports.

Shanghai to Muscat: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Muscat

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Muscat

Regular price: CN¥3,250 - CN¥5,342

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

The regular price range for this route is between 3250 CNY and 5342 CNY. The current lowest deal is 3711 CNY with Etihad Airways. This price is for travel from Jan 2 to Jan 11.

now CN¥3,711

Low CN¥3,250

High CN¥5,342

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Muscat

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥327

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,240

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Dec