What percentage of Vientiane to Shanghai flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 2.7% of flights from Vientiane to Shanghai have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most routes on this path include at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Vientiane to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Vientiane to Shanghai typically takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 2428 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 8 hours and 35 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time depending on whether the flight is direct or includes a layover.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Vientiane to Shanghai come up on a regular basis. This route is classified as having regular availability for deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with consistent frequency.

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August 9 - August 14

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$392

$243

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July 28 - July 31

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$363

$257

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July 27 - July 30

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$358

$257

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August 11 - August 14

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$405

$257

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August 11 - August 18

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$382

$257

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August 25 - August 28

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$388

$257

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August 27 - August 30

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$386

$257

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July 30 - August 5

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$331

$257

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July 30 - August 5

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$342

$257

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July 23 - August 3

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$324

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Vientiane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane to Shanghai

For travelers planning cheap flights from Vientiane to Shanghai, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $147. Other cost-effective options include August, with a median fare of $172, and April, where the median price is $186. These months offer the best opportunities for budget-conscious travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Vientiane to Shanghai typically range from $289–$551, with a median price of $340. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route, and approximately 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence of price changes.

When considering flights from Vientiane to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once. Only a small fraction of recent fares, about 2.7%, were for direct flights from Vientiane to Shanghai. For the majority of itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Vientiane to Shanghai takes approximately 9h 50m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. The overall travel time reflects the need for transfers between Vientiane and Shanghai.

How much is a round trip from Vientiane to Shanghai

Regular price: $286 - $546

Prices for flights from Vientiane to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 286 USD and 546 USD. The current lowest deal is 237 USD with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Aug 20-Aug 28.

now $237

Low $286

High $546

The cheapest time to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai

Flights from Vientiane to Shanghai are cheapest in October, with a median price of $147. The most expensive month to fly is February, with a median price of $802. Generally, prices are lower from March to October.

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Flights from $802

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Direct flights from Vientiane to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane to Shanghai

Thu, Jul 16

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Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$398

$256

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Shanghai

Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$388

$258

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Shanghai

Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$350

$258

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Shanghai

Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$357

$271

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Shanghai

Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

Sichuan Airlines

$353

$304

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Shanghai

Vientiane (VTE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

$337

$260

One-way

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3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$453 → $272

40%

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$449 → $293

35%

3 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 26

$435 → $292

33%

6 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 26

$403 → $271

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai

Vientiane - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Vientiane to Shanghai are below the typical level at $237.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $147.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 50m.

The typical flight duration from Vientiane to Shanghai is 9h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

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

🏆 Airline highlight

China Southern Airlines offers a notable deal.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is the closest candidate airport to Shanghai city center, offering less congestion.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$362

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with very frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$316

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~165 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically very close to northern Shanghai, useful for avoiding airspace delays.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$424

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Vientiane to Shanghai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight has been observed at around $213. Prices tend to be higher for very last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $272. Similarly, booking more than 60 days in advance usually results in higher prices, averaging $505.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Vientiane to Shanghai is considered to be $289 or less. The median price for this route has been $340. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed prices being $551 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai have been October, August, and April. In October, the median price was $147, while in August, it was $172. April also offered competitive pricing with a median of $186. The annual median price for this route is $340, indicating that these months offer considerable savings.

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Vientiane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Vientiane to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai

Direct flights from Vientiane to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai

Vientiane - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 9h 50m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

China Southern Airlines offers a notable deal.

Deals appear regularly for this route.

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Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

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What percentage of Vientiane to Shanghai flights are direct?

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