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

Historically, approximately 10.8% of flights from Shanghai to Manila are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data reflects trends observed over the trailing 90 days for this route.

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

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Manila has a duration of 4 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 1851 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 9 hours and 5 minutes. These durations represent the average travel times observed for this route.

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

Historically, flying with a layover from Shanghai to Manila tends to be cheaper. Connecting flights have a median price of $220, while direct flights have a median price of $252. This represents a premium of approximately 15% for direct flights. Direct flights historically make up about 20.8% of the available options for this route over the trailing 90 days.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Manila

2026-11-12 – 2026-11-15
SHA - Manila
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,197
CN¥1,368
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2026-11-06 – 2026-11-22
SHA - Manila
46% AI deal score
CN¥991
CN¥1,375
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2026-11-07 – 2026-11-14
SHA - Manila
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CN¥1,127
CN¥1,375
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-20
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CN¥1,192
CN¥1,409
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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-10
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CN¥1,067
CN¥1,409
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2026-11-06 – 2026-11-14
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CN¥1,067
CN¥1,415
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2026-11-07 – 2026-11-12
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CN¥1,174
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2026-11-06 – 2026-11-12
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CN¥1,119
CN¥1,415
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-16
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CN¥1,129
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Shanghai to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Manila

A typical journey from Shanghai to Manila takes about 8h 5m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time rather than just the in-air flight. This journey covers a distance of 1,851 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to Manila, prices typically range from $318–$619, with a median fare of $449. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less favorable pricing environment. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Manila? You'll find the most affordable fares in October, with a median price of $123. Other cost-effective months include March, where the median fare is $177, and November, with a median of $205. Planning your trip during these months can lead to substantial savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Manila connect at least once, with only 10.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares if you monitor prices regularly.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Manila

Regular price: CN¥952 - CN¥2,317

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to Manila typically range between CNY952 and CNY2317. The current lowest deal is CNY1362 with Cebu Pacific for travel from Nov 12-Nov 15.

now CN¥1,362

Low CN¥952

High CN¥2,317

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

Jan

Feb

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Manila

Cebu Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Manila

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Air China

CN¥2,991

CN¥1,597

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,496

CN¥1,603

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥2,992

CN¥1,744

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Manila

Shanghai (SHA) - Manila (MNL)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥2,477

CN¥1,684

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Manila

Shanghai (PVG) - Manila (MNL)

Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥2,299

CN¥1,691

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Manila

Shanghai (PVG) - Manila (MNL)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,493

CN¥1,717

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 11 - Dec 12

CN¥3,171 → CN¥1,704

46%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

CN¥3,036 → CN¥1,583

48%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

CN¥2,991 → CN¥1,597

47%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

CN¥2,941 → CN¥1,597

46%

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, with a median of $449.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Manila, with a median of $123.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 8h 5m

Flights from Shanghai to Manila typically take 8h 5m, covering a distance of 1851 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with 10.8% direct flights and a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cebu Pacific offers direct flights

Cebu Pacific offers direct flights from Shanghai to Manila, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Manila are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Manila, with prices from 1412 CNY.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,412

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a key gateway for flights arriving in Manila from Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,412

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Clark International (CRK) is a practical alternative for Manila, offering dedicated bus services from various city hubs.

📍 ~85 km from Manila (travel time depends heavily on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) traffic)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,380

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

$341

Save $445

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Manila are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $302. Booking within 6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $321. Even booking more than 60 days out can result in slightly higher average prices, around $305, based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Manila is considered to be $318 or less. The median price for this route has been $449. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of deals observed at $619 or higher. This threshold of $318 represents the lower end of prices seen over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Manila are October, with a median price of $123, and March, with a median price of $177. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $205. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $449 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Shanghai to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Manila

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Manila

Regular price: CN¥952 - CN¥2,317

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to Manila typically range between CNY952 and CNY2317. The current lowest deal is CNY1362 with Cebu Pacific for travel from Nov 12-Nov 15.

now CN¥1,362

Low CN¥952

High CN¥2,317

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