Can I fly direct from Taipei to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights from Taipei to Shanghai are available. Historically, approximately 18.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers have options for both direct and connecting services.

What's the flight time from Taipei to Shanghai?

The direct flight time from Taipei to Shanghai is typically around 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 677 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases considerably to approximately 7 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct services for this route.

How often do Taipei to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Prices for flights from Taipei to Shanghai historically experience frequent drops. This indicates that travelers on this route often have opportunities to find more favorable pricing. Monitoring price changes can be beneficial for securing a good deal.

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TPE - Shanghai
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Taipei to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Taipei to Shanghai

Right now, the cheapest flights from Taipei to Shanghai typically range from $216 to $365, with a median fare of $282. Current fares are below the typical level for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Taipei to Shanghai? The data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $182. July follows closely with a median fare of $183, and November also offers competitive pricing at a median of $228.

A typical journey from Taipei to Shanghai takes about 7h 35m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 18.4% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Taipei and Shanghai is 677 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time, even with typical connections.

How much is a round trip from Taipei to Shanghai

Regular price: $93 - $221

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Taipei to Shanghai is USD 93 to USD 221. The current lowest deal is USD 167 with Spring Airlines for travel from Aug 11-Aug 27.

now $167

Low $93

High $221

The cheapest time to fly from Taipei to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from TPE to SHA is December, with a median price of $182. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $442. Prices are generally lower from June to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $182

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $442

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Direct flights from Taipei to Shanghai

EVA Air

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Taipei to Shanghai

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$289

$237

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$287

$244

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cathay Pacific

$305

$258

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$288

$236

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$288

$238

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TPE - Shanghai

Taipei (TPE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$279

$234

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$359 → $244

32%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$312 → $205

34%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$342 → $236

31%

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$362 → $259

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Taipei to Shanghai

Taipei - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Taipei to Shanghai are below the typical level at $167.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $182 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 7h 35m

The median flight duration from Taipei to Shanghai is 7 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 18.4% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Spring Airlines was found for $167 via Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Taipei to Shanghai are frequently available.

Taipei main airports to depart from

Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE)

Cheapest

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is a primary option for flights from Taipei to Shanghai.

📍 ~35 km from Taipei (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Taipei Songshan (TSA)

Taipei Songshan Airport offers another convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~5 km from Taipei (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$313

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive routes and competitive pricing, with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~160 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$225

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

79% AI deal score

$581

$350

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Taipei to Shanghai is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $327. Prices tend to increase significantly for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $468. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to more favorable pricing.

A flight from Taipei to Shanghai is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $216. This threshold represents the lower 25% of prices observed across a 90-day period. The median price for this route historically stands at $282, while prices at the 75th percentile reach $365. Aiming for prices below the median can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Taipei to Shanghai are December and July, with median prices of $182 and $183, respectively. November also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $228. The annual median price for this route is $282, so traveling in these months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Taipei to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Taipei to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Taipei to Shanghai

Regular price: $93 - $221

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Taipei to Shanghai is USD 93 to USD 221. The current lowest deal is USD 167 with Spring Airlines for travel from Aug 11-Aug 27.

now $167

Low $93

High $221

The cheapest time to fly from Taipei to Shanghai

December

Cheapest

Flights from $182

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $442

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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