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

Historically, approximately 23.8% of flights from Shanghai to Busan have been non-stop. For routes that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This data reflects trends over a 90-day period. Travelers preferring direct routes should be aware of the typical proportion of non-stop options available.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Busan?

The direct flight from Shanghai to Busan typically takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 801 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes. This indicates a significant difference in travel time depending on whether the flight is direct or involves a layover. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Shanghai to Busan come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Shanghai to Busan are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good value fares for this route. The frequency of these deals has been observed over a 30-day period, indicating consistent availability of more affordable options. This route is typically a good candidate for finding competitive prices.

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Shanghai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Busan

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Busan connect at least once, with only 23.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter flights with one or more connections when planning your trip.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Busan takes approximately 7h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the median flight time across all itineraries, reflecting the prevalence of connecting flights on this route.

When considering cheap flights from Shanghai to Busan, the prices typically range from $294–$547, with a median fare of $427. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $176. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $206, and February, where the median fare is $207. Planning your travel during these months could lead to significant savings.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Busan

Regular price: CN¥1,807 - CN¥2,387

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Busan is CNY 1807 to CNY 2387. The current lowest deal is CNY 1048 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 1-Sep 2.

now CN¥1,048

Low CN¥1,807

High CN¥2,387

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Busan is December, with a median price of $176. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $491. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥176

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥491

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Busan

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Busan

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,274

CN¥1,048

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,935

CN¥1,257

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,300

CN¥1,257

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,280

CN¥1,304

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,927

CN¥1,196

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,706

CN¥1,223

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

CN¥2,273 → CN¥1,048

54%

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

CN¥2,248 → CN¥1,283

43%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

CN¥2,206 → CN¥1,317

40%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

CN¥1,926 → CN¥1,196

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Busan are above the typical level, with a median price of $427.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $176 for flights from Shanghai to Busan.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 7h 30m

The median flight duration for this route is 7 hours and 30 minutes, classifying it as short-haul.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 76.2% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines provides direct flight options for the Shanghai to Busan route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Busan are frequent, appearing often within 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 Busan, with prices from $179.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport offers a convenient arrival point for your trip to Busan.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Busan, South Korea

50% AI deal score

$817

$753

Save $64

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 14

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$795

$753

Save $42

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 04

Busan, South Korea

49% AI deal score

$884

$762

Save $122

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 08

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$766

$739

Save $27

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 17

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$750

$739

Save $11

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 12

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$775

$753

Save $22

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$775

$755

Save $20

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 30

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$771

$755

Save $16

Korean Air

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 02

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$867

$762

Save $105

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 04

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$858

$762

Save $96

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 05

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$851

$764

Save $87

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Shanghai to Busan is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $233. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made much further out, with flights booked 60+ days in advance averaging around $440. Even last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of travel can see prices rise to an average of $330, indicating that planning within the recommended window can lead to better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Busan is considered to be $294 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $427. Prices can range, with 75% of observed fares being $547 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $294 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Busan, with a median price of $176. Other budget-friendly months include April and February, with median prices of $206 and $207 respectively. While February appears on both the cheapest and most expensive lists due to price fluctuations, the annual median price for this route across a 270-day window was $427. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider these months for their travel plans.

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Shanghai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Busan

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Busan

Regular price: CN¥1,807 - CN¥2,387

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Busan is CNY 1807 to CNY 2387. The current lowest deal is CNY 1048 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 1-Sep 2.

now CN¥1,048

Low CN¥1,807

High CN¥2,387

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥176

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥491

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Busan

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Busan

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,274

CN¥1,048

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,935

CN¥1,257

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,300

CN¥1,257

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,280

CN¥1,304

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,927

CN¥1,196

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Busan

Shanghai (PVG) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

CN¥1,706

CN¥1,223

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

CN¥2,273 → CN¥1,048

54%

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

CN¥2,248 → CN¥1,283

43%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

CN¥2,206 → CN¥1,317

40%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

CN¥1,926 → CN¥1,196

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Busan are above the typical level, with a median price of $427.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $176 for flights from Shanghai to Busan.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 7h 30m

The median flight duration for this route is 7 hours and 30 minutes, classifying it as short-haul.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 76.2% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines provides direct flight options for the Shanghai to Busan route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Busan are frequent, appearing often within 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 Busan, with prices from $179.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport offers a convenient arrival point for your trip to Busan.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Consider Daegu International for a major international alternative with significant flight volume, despite a smaller long-haul selection.

Busan, South Korea

48% AI deal score

$851

$764

Save $87

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Busan

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Busan

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Busan

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Direct flights from Shanghai to Busan

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Busan

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai - Busan route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Typical flight duration is 7h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Busan main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

Best Elite deals to Busan

Oct 21

Sep 12

Sep 14

Sep 04

Oct 08

Sep 17

Sep 12

Oct 15

Oct 30

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

When should I buy Shanghai to Busan tickets?

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Busan cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Busan?

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

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Busan?

How often do cheap flights from Shanghai to Busan come up?

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Busan from other cities

Shanghai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Busan

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Busan

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Direct flights from Shanghai to Busan

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Busan

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Busan

Shanghai - Busan route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Typical flight duration is 7h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Busan main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

Best Elite deals to Busan

Oct 21

Sep 12

Sep 14

Sep 04

Oct 08

Sep 17

Sep 12

Oct 15

Oct 30

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

When should I buy Shanghai to Busan tickets?

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Busan cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Busan?