Are direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Tel Aviv to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes or making changes to your reservation. Being aware of these can help you budget accurately.

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2026-11-05 – 2026-11-25
TLV - Shanghai
91% AI deal score
$902
$650
Round trip
2026-11-22 – 2026-11-28
TLV - Shanghai
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$946
$661
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TLV - Shanghai
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$1,004
$700
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$926
$720
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2026-11-06 – 2026-11-28
TLV - Shanghai
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$902
$772
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-18
TLV - Shanghai
88% AI deal score
$1,058
$834
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TLV - Shanghai
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$1,006
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TLV - Shanghai
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Tel Aviv to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Fares for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are typically $1632–$1829, with a median of $1733. Right now, fares are below the typical level, though currently 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price. Deals are infrequent, so a price alert helps travelers find cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai, April stands out with a median fare of $1660. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $1695. Travelers can also find competitive prices in July, where the median fare is $1750.

A typical journey from Tel Aviv to Shanghai takes about 42h 0m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7979 km. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Regular price: $805 - $1,617

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai is $805 to $1617. The current lowest deal is $567 with Aegean Airlines, for travel from Nov 5-Nov 25.

now $567

Low $805

High $1,617

The cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai is April, with a median price of $1660. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1788. Prices are generally lower from April to July.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $1,660

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,788

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Wizz Air

Etihad Airways

Air China

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Wizz Air

$1,611

$1,169

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Blue Dart Aviation

$1,347

$1,235

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,247

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,091

$943

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,213

$958

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (PVG)

Blue Dart Aviation

$1,105

$973

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,611 → $1,169

27%

4 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 27

$1,221 → $851

30%

14 nights

Mar 16 - Mar 30

$1,192 → $848

29%

8 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 9

$1,247 → $936

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tel Aviv - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are below the typical level at $567.

📅 Best time to fly

April, May, and July are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are April, May, and July.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 42h 0m

Connecting flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai typically have a median duration of 42h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers a recent deal for $567

Aegean Airlines recently offered a deal for $567 from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are historically rare.

Tel Aviv main airports to depart from

Ben Gurion (TLV)

Cheapest

Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) is a primary international gateway for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$547

Sde Dov (SDV)

Sde Dov Airport (SDV) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

📍 ~3 km from Tel Aviv city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$547

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Consider Shanghai Pudong International for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices for your journey.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$548

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$908

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From TLV

Elite

Mar 01

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$4,815

$3,461

Save $1,354

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Oct 02

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,184

$3,536

Save $1,648

Austrian Airlines

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Oct 02

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,207

$3,653

Save $1,554

Lufthansa

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Oct 01

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,219

$3,662

Save $1,557

Lufthansa

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Oct 01

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$5,235

$3,662

Save $1,573

Lufthansa

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Sep 23

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$2,396

$1,647

Save $749

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Sep 23

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$2,396

$1,648

Save $748

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$2,396

$1,648

Save $748

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Nov 05

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$4,606

$3,435

Save $1,171

Austrian Airlines

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Feb 19

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$4,947

$3,729

Save $1,218

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Sep 28

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,436

$3,737

Save $1,699

Austrian Airlines

Business Class

From TLV

Elite

Dec 23

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,273

$3,809

Save $1,464

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

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 may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Avoiding peak travel seasons can also be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always applicable, checking surrounding airports might provide more choices for your journey. Remember to factor in ground transportation costs and time if choosing an alternative airport.

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Tel Aviv to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Regular price: $805 - $1,617

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai is $805 to $1617. The current lowest deal is $567 with Aegean Airlines, for travel from Nov 5-Nov 25.

now $567

Low $805

High $1,617

The cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

April

Cheapest

Flights from $1,660

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,788

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Wizz Air

Etihad Airways

Air China

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Wizz Air

$1,611

$1,169

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Blue Dart Aviation

$1,347

$1,235

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,247

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,091

$943

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (SHA)

Arkia Israel Airlines

$1,213

$958

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TLV - Shanghai

Tel Aviv (TLV) - Shanghai (PVG)

Blue Dart Aviation

$1,105

$973

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,611 → $1,169

27%

4 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 27

$1,221 → $851

30%

14 nights

Mar 16 - Mar 30

$1,192 → $848

29%

8 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 9

$1,247 → $936

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tel Aviv - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are below the typical level at $567.

📅 Best time to fly

April, May, and July are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are April, May, and July.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 42h 0m

Connecting flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai typically have a median duration of 42h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers a recent deal for $567

Aegean Airlines recently offered a deal for $567 from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai are historically rare.

Tel Aviv main airports to depart from

Ben Gurion (TLV)

Cheapest

Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) is a primary international gateway for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$547

Sde Dov (SDV)

Sde Dov Airport (SDV) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai.

📍 ~3 km from Tel Aviv city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$547

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Consider Shanghai Pudong International for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive prices for your journey.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$548

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$5,273

$3,809

Save $1,464

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tel Aviv to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tel Aviv - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April, May, and July are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 42h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Aegean Airlines offers a recent deal for $567

Deals are rare for this route

Tel Aviv main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Mar 01

Oct 02

Oct 02

Oct 01

Oct 01

Sep 23

Sep 23

Sep 22

Nov 05

Feb 19

Sep 28

Dec 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Tel Aviv to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Tel Aviv

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Tel Aviv to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Direct flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Tel Aviv to Shanghai

Tel Aviv - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April, May, and July are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 42h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Aegean Airlines offers a recent deal for $567

Deals are rare for this route

Tel Aviv main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Mar 01

Oct 02

Oct 02

Oct 01

Oct 01

Sep 23

Sep 23

Sep 22

Nov 05

Feb 19

Sep 28

Dec 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Tel Aviv to Shanghai?