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

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving you time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time traveling.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Surabaya flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly help in finding cheaper flights. Prices often vary depending on the day of the week, time of year, and local events. Shifting your travel by a few days can sometimes lead to substantial savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines, especially budget carriers, may charge separately for amenities that are included with other airlines. Also, consider any fees for changing or canceling your flight.

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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-23
SHA - Surabaya
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,364
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CN¥2,522
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Shanghai to Surabaya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Fares for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya typically range from $436 to $605, with a median price of $546. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya? The most affordable times to fly are typically in December, with a median fare of $271. Following closely are November, with a median fare of $281, and January, where the median fare is $338. These months present the best opportunities for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Surabaya takes approximately 18h 35m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Surabaya, so all travel will involve at least one stop.

The distance between Shanghai and Surabaya is 4,385 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel duration, often involving multiple segments to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Surabaya

Regular price: CN¥1,954 - CN¥4,228

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya typically range from CNY 1954 to CNY 4228. The current lowest deal is CNY 2395 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 19-Nov 25.

now CN¥2,395

Low CN¥1,954

High CN¥4,228

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya is December, with a median price of $271. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $588. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥271

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥588

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Malindo Airways

FlyAsianXpress

Malaysia Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Surabaya

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Spring Airlines

CN¥3,082

CN¥2,757

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

FlyAsianXpress, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,221

CN¥2,576

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

FlyAsianXpress, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,224

CN¥2,576

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,222

CN¥2,522

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,225

CN¥2,569

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,225

CN¥2,569

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

CN¥2,951 → CN¥2,509

15%

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

CN¥2,922 → CN¥2,542

13%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

CN¥2,839 → CN¥2,509

12%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

CN¥3,082 → CN¥2,770

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Shanghai - Surabaya route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from SHA to SUB are below the typical level, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $271.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 18h 35m.

The typical flight duration from Shanghai to Surabaya is 18h 35m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers the most deals.

Malindo Airways has historically offered 67 deals, more than any other airline.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,943

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another choice for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,326

Surabaya main airports to arrive at

Juanda International (SUB)

Cheapest

Juanda International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

📍 ~14 km from Surabaya city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,943

Airports nearby Surabaya used as alternative

Abdul Rachman Saleh (MLG)

Abdul Rachman Saleh (MLG) is the closest alternative, offering easy access via the Pandaan-Malang toll road.

📍 ~60 km from Surabaya (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,321

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Surabaya

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Best Elite deals to Surabaya

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From PVG

Elite

Oct 21

Surabaya, Indonesia

91% AI deal score

$2,591

$1,184

Save $1,407

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 21

Surabaya, Indonesia

91% AI deal score

$2,665

$1,184

Save $1,481

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 17

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,838

$1,697

Save $1,141

Shanghai Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,736

$1,701

Save $1,035

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 08

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,875

$1,726

Save $1,149

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 21

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,867

$1,727

Save $1,140

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,891

$1,727

Save $1,164

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 12

Surabaya, Indonesia

90% AI deal score

$2,774

$1,727

Save $1,047

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 08

Surabaya, Indonesia

89% AI deal score

$2,532

$1,636

Save $896

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 08

Surabaya, Indonesia

89% AI deal score

$2,532

$1,636

Save $896

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 17

Surabaya, Indonesia

89% AI deal score

$2,705

$1,692

Save $1,013

Shanghai Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 21

Surabaya, Indonesia

89% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,694

Save $957

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Surabaya

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Shanghai to Surabaya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Surabaya

Regular price: CN¥1,954 - CN¥4,228

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya typically range from CNY 1954 to CNY 4228. The current lowest deal is CNY 2395 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 19-Nov 25.

now CN¥2,395

Low CN¥1,954

High CN¥4,228

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

December

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥271

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥588

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Malindo Airways

FlyAsianXpress

Malaysia Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Surabaya

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Spring Airlines

CN¥3,082

CN¥2,757

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

FlyAsianXpress, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,221

CN¥2,576

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

FlyAsianXpress, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,224

CN¥2,576

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,222

CN¥2,522

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,225

CN¥2,569

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Surabaya

Shanghai (PVG) - Surabaya (SUB)

Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

CN¥2,225

CN¥2,569

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

CN¥2,951 → CN¥2,509

15%

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

CN¥2,922 → CN¥2,542

13%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

CN¥2,839 → CN¥2,509

12%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

CN¥3,082 → CN¥2,770

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Shanghai - Surabaya route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from SHA to SUB are below the typical level, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $271.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 18h 35m.

The typical flight duration from Shanghai to Surabaya is 18h 35m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers the most deals.

Malindo Airways has historically offered 67 deals, more than any other airline.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,943

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another choice for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,326

Surabaya main airports to arrive at

Juanda International (SUB)

Cheapest

Juanda International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya.

📍 ~14 km from Surabaya city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,943

Airports nearby Surabaya used as alternative

Abdul Rachman Saleh (MLG)

Abdul Rachman Saleh (MLG) is the closest alternative, offering easy access via the Pandaan-Malang toll road.

Surabaya, Indonesia

89% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,694

Save $957

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Surabaya

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Surabaya

Shanghai to Surabaya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Surabaya

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Direct flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Surabaya

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Shanghai - Surabaya route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 18h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Malindo Airways offers the most deals.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Surabaya main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Surabaya used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Surabaya

Best Elite deals to Surabaya

Oct 21

Oct 21

Sep 17

Dec 12

Dec 08

Oct 21

Dec 12

Dec 12

Oct 08

Oct 08

Sep 17

Oct 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Surabaya

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Surabaya?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Surabaya?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Surabaya flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Surabaya from other cities

Shanghai to Surabaya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Surabaya

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Direct flights from Shanghai to Surabaya

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Surabaya

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Surabaya

Shanghai - Surabaya route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 18h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Malindo Airways offers the most deals.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Surabaya main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Surabaya used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Surabaya

Best Elite deals to Surabaya

Oct 21

Oct 21

Sep 17

Dec 12

Dec 08

Oct 21

Dec 12

Dec 12

Oct 08

Oct 08

Sep 17

Oct 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Surabaya

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Surabaya?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Surabaya?

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