How many flights from Shanghai to Manila are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 10.8% of flights from Shanghai to Manila were non-stop. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one layover.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Manila?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Manila has a median duration of 4 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 9 hours and 5 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1851 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journeys.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Shanghai to Manila?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly from Shanghai to Manila with a layover. The median price for connecting flights was $220, while direct flights had a median price of $252. This represents a premium of approximately 15% for choosing a direct route. Direct flights constituted about 20.8% of the available options in the trailing 90 days.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Manila

2026-11-01 – 2026-11-08
SHA - Manila
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,207
CN¥1,444
Round trip
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-08
SHA - Manila
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,278
CN¥1,471
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
SHA - Manila
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CN¥1,316
CN¥1,491
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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-30
SHA - Manila
69% AI deal score
CN¥1,720
CN¥1,505
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-21
SHA - Manila
78% AI deal score
CN¥2,048
CN¥1,518
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2026-09-18 – 2026-09-24
SHA - Manila
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,973
CN¥1,518
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2026-11-28 – 2026-11-30
SHA - Manila
72% AI deal score
CN¥1,823
CN¥1,518
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-25
SHA - Manila
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CN¥1,893
CN¥1,525
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2026-08-22 – 2026-08-30
SHA - Manila
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CN¥1,260
CN¥1,525
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Shanghai to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Manila

A typical journey from Shanghai to Manila, including connections, takes about 8h 5m. This route is classified as a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 1851 kilometers. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, the overall travel time reflects the added duration of layovers.

When you are looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Manila, the fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $318–$619, with a median of $449. Currently, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Manila is during October, when the median fare drops to $123. Other affordable months include March, with a median fare of $177, and November, where the median fare is $205. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

For flights from Shanghai to Manila, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 10.8% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more layovers on your journey, which contributes to the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Manila

Regular price: CN¥1,040 - CN¥2,472

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY1040 to CNY2472. The current lowest deal is CNY1470 with Cebu Pacific, for travel from Sep 13-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,470

Low CN¥1,040

High CN¥2,472

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Manila

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Manila is October, with a median price of $123. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $337. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥123

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥337

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Manila

Cebu Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Manila

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,374

CN¥1,734

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,389

CN¥1,734

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥2,410

CN¥1,828

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Manila

Shanghai (PVG) - Manila (MNL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,866

CN¥1,707

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥2,637

CN¥1,801

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥3,087

CN¥1,808

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

CN¥3,087 → CN¥1,808

41%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

CN¥2,866 → CN¥1,707

40%

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

CN¥2,696 → CN¥1,720

36%

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

CN¥2,848 → CN¥1,883

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Manila

Shanghai - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Shanghai to Manila are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October offers the lowest median prices at $123 for flights from Shanghai to Manila.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 5m.

The median flight duration from Shanghai to Manila is 8 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Cebu Pacific offers direct flights.

Cebu Pacific is an airline that provides direct flights on the Shanghai to Manila route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cebu Pacific has a deal for $1470.

Cebu Pacific offers a deal for $1470 from Sep 13-Sep 21, found via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Shanghai to Manila are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a good option for flights to Manila, offering a competitive starting price.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$245

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Manila.

📍 ~8 km from Manila city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$245

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

Clark International is a primary secondary gateway for the Greater Manila Area, offering significant international and domestic flights.

📍 ~80 km from destination city (reachable by shuttle buses and expressways)

💸 Flights from ~$338

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Manila are typically found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price observed was $302. Booking within 6 days of departure generally resulted in an average price of $321. Even booking 60 or more days out showed an average price of $305, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is usually within the two to four-week window before travel.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Manila was considered to be $318. This threshold represents prices that are lower than the majority of fares observed. The median price for this route over the same period was $449, while prices reaching $619 were in the higher range of what travelers typically paid.

Historically, October has offered the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Manila, with a median price of $123. March also presented favorable prices, with a median of $177. November, while sometimes offering lower fares, had a median price of $205, which was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, suggesting price variability. The annual median price for this route was $449.

Shanghai to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Manila

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Manila

Regular price: CN¥1,040 - CN¥2,472

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY1040 to CNY2472. The current lowest deal is CNY1470 with Cebu Pacific, for travel from Sep 13-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,470

Low CN¥1,040

High CN¥2,472

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Manila

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥123

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥337

Jan

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec