What's the typical flight distance from Shanghai?

Historically, flights from Shanghai tend to cover longer distances. Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 90% of flights from Shanghai were categorized as long-haul. In contrast, short-haul flights made up about 6% of departures. Medium-haul flights represented a smaller portion, accounting for 4% of the total, indicating a preference for more distant travel from this origin.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Shanghai?

For international travel from Shanghai, some of the most affordable options historically include destinations in nearby regions. For example, flights to Macau typically have a median price of 826 CNY. Other relatively inexpensive international options include Yangyang County in South Korea, with a median price of 976 CNY, and Tuy Hòa in Vietnam, at 1165 CNY. Phnom Penh in Cambodia also offers competitive pricing, with a median price of 1182 CNY, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

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

Historically, the most economical time to fly from Shanghai is typically January, when the average price is around $669. This represents an 18% savings compared to the annual median average price of $812. March is also a cost-effective option, with an average price of $672. These months generally offer better value for travelers departing from Shanghai.

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Wenzhou
China • 2026-08-31
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CN¥900
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China • 2026-09-06
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CN¥1,017
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Harbin
China • 2027-02-23
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CN¥796
CN¥316
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Xiamen
China • 2026-09-17
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CN¥796
CN¥316
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Chongqing
China • 2027-02-15
77% AI deal score
CN¥713
CN¥316
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Changchun
China • 2026-10-15
81% AI deal score
CN¥998
CN¥316
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Ningbo
China • 2026-09-07
73% AI deal score
CN¥723
CN¥329
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Macau • 2026-10-13
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CN¥512
CN¥356
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Xi'an
China • 2026-11-09
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CN¥893
CN¥356
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Qingdao
China • 2026-08-27
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CN¥915
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Flights from Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai

Right now, the most frequently discounted destination from Shanghai is Dubai, United Arab Emirates. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai, you can find the lowest fares to Dongying, China, with prices starting at CNY 625. Other economical options include flights to Dalian, China, from CNY 679, and to Nanjing, China, for as low as CNY 686.

Over the last 90 days, the flight landscape from Shanghai offers access to a vast network of 1231 unique cities. The distribution of recent fares shows that China accounts for 32% of destinations, while Japan and South Korea each represent 6% of the recent fare volume. This indicates a strong focus on regional travel within Asia, alongside broader international connections.

When flying from Shanghai, 23.7% of recent fares are for direct flights. This means that a significant portion of routes from Shanghai involve at least one stop, making connecting flights a common part of the travel experience.

The route mix from Shanghai is overwhelmingly characterized by long-haul journeys, with 90% of routes falling into this category. Short-haul flights make up 6% of the routes, and medium-haul flights account for 4%.

Most popular airlines from Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Shanghai Airlines

Antinea Airlines

Air China

China Southern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Xiamen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai soon

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Sydney

Shanghai (PVG) - Sydney (SYD)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥4,944

CN¥3,259

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Kashgar

Shanghai (PVG) - Kashgar (KHG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥6,517

CN¥3,427

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - San Francisco

Shanghai (PVG) - San Francisco (SFO)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥7,099

CN¥4,771

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Brussels

Shanghai (SHA) - Brussels (BRU)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥5,461

CN¥3,951

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Stockholm

Shanghai (PVG) - Stockholm (ARN)

Air China

CN¥7,428

CN¥5,134

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥2,429

CN¥1,693

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Shanghai

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Mar 2027

from

CN¥3,602

Tunis

TOP

Tunisia • Dec 2026

from

CN¥5,484

Rome

TOP

Italy • Mar 2027

from

CN¥3,347

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,059

Stockholm

TOP

Sweden • Oct 2026

from

CN¥4,207

Reykjavik

TOP

Iceland • Feb 2027

from

CN¥4,859

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Shanghai

-45%

PVG - Lincoln

CN¥11,834 → CN¥6,485

-38%

PVG - Montgomery

CN¥12,799 → CN¥7,909

-29%

PVG - Freetown

CN¥16,491 → CN¥11,672

-40%

PVG - West Palm Beach

CN¥11,961 → CN¥7,150

Popular Airports from Shanghai

Shanghai airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Sat - Sun

The cheapest flights from SHA are on Tuesday for $42, Saturday for $63, and Sunday for $63.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$545 direct / ~$625 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from SHA are to destinations within China, such as Dongying and Dalian.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Antinea Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, 9 Air

These domestic and low-cost carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Shanghai.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance offers the lowest median airfares from Shanghai.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, Sep, Feb

Flights from Shanghai tend to be cheaper in March, September, and February.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from PVG start at $39, while SHA flights start at $61.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is ideal for travelers seeking international connections and a wide range of flight options.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥655

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is suitable for travelers prioritizing proximity to the city center and domestic routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥716

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and high-speed rail to Shanghai.

📍 ~149 km from Shanghai (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥756

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Switzerland • Nov 2026

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Turkey • Oct 2026

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$2,075

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Thailand • Sep 2026

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Hungary • Oct 2026

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Belgium • Oct 2026

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Booking Flights from Shanghai: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers departing from Shanghai have found numerous destinations for less than 650 CNY. For example, flights to Hefei typically have a median price of 495 CNY. Other options include Ji an, with a median price of 535 CNY, and Yueyang, at 549 CNY. Across the trailing 90 days, destinations like Shantou, Longyan, Shijiazhuang, Zhuhai, and Yingkou also showed median prices below this threshold, offering a range of choices for budget-conscious travelers.

From Shanghai, travelers historically have access to a broad network of destinations. In the trailing 90 days, there were typically flights to 1231 unique cities. These destinations span 103 different countries. The distribution of these flights shows that 32% are to cities within China, while Japan and South Korea each account for 6% of the available destinations.

Based on historical trends over the trailing 90 days, several destinations consistently rank among the most popular for flights departing from Shanghai. Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is a frequently served destination. Within China, Guangzhou is another highly popular choice for travelers. Additionally, Jeju City in South Korea is also one of the most popular destinations from Shanghai.

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Most popular airlines from Shanghai

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Air China

China Southern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Xiamen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai soon

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Sydney

Shanghai (PVG) - Sydney (SYD)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥4,944

CN¥3,259

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Kashgar

Shanghai (PVG) - Kashgar (KHG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥6,517

CN¥3,427

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - San Francisco

Shanghai (PVG) - San Francisco (SFO)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥7,099

CN¥4,771

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Brussels

Shanghai (SHA) - Brussels (BRU)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥5,461

CN¥3,951

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Stockholm

Shanghai (PVG) - Stockholm (ARN)

Air China

CN¥7,428

CN¥5,134

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Jakarta

Shanghai (PVG) - Jakarta (CGK)

Vietnam Airlines

CN¥2,429

CN¥1,693

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Shanghai

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Mar 2027

from

CN¥3,602

Tunis

TOP

Tunisia • Dec 2026

from

CN¥5,484

Rome

TOP

Italy • Mar 2027

from

CN¥3,347

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,059

Stockholm

TOP

Sweden • Oct 2026

from

CN¥4,207

Reykjavik

TOP

Iceland • Feb 2027

from

CN¥4,859

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Shanghai

-45%

PVG - Lincoln

CN¥11,834 → CN¥6,485

-38%

PVG - Montgomery

CN¥12,799 → CN¥7,909

-29%

PVG - Freetown

CN¥16,491 → CN¥11,672

-40%

PVG - West Palm Beach

CN¥11,961 → CN¥7,150

Popular Airports from Shanghai

Shanghai airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Sat - Sun

The cheapest flights from SHA are on Tuesday for $42, Saturday for $63, and Sunday for $63.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$545 direct / ~$625 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from SHA are to destinations within China, such as Dongying and Dalian.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Antinea Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, 9 Air

These domestic and low-cost carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Shanghai.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance offers the lowest median airfares from Shanghai.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, Sep, Feb

Flights from Shanghai tend to be cheaper in March, September, and February.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from PVG start at $39, while SHA flights start at $61.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is ideal for travelers seeking international connections and a wide range of flight options.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥655

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is suitable for travelers prioritizing proximity to the city center and domestic routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥716

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and high-speed rail to Shanghai.

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$2,041

$1,177

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Cheap Flights from Shanghai

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Flights from Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai

Most popular airlines from Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Shanghai

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Shanghai

Popular Airports from Shanghai

Shanghai airport insights

Tue - Sat - Sun

From ~$545 direct / ~$625 roundtrip

Antinea Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, 9 Air

0-2 weeks in advance

Mar, Sep, Feb

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Shanghai main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

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Where can I find flights from Shanghai for less than 650 CNY?

How many destinations can I fly to from Shanghai?

What are the most popular destinations from Shanghai?

What's the typical flight distance from Shanghai?

Where are the cheapest international flights from Shanghai?

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

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Most popular destinations to fly from Shanghai

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Popular Airports from Shanghai

Shanghai airport insights

Tue - Sat - Sun

From ~$545 direct / ~$625 roundtrip

Antinea Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, 9 Air

0-2 weeks in advance

Mar, Sep, Feb

Compare nearby airports first

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Shanghai

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Booking Flights from Shanghai: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find flights from Shanghai for less than 650 CNY?

How many destinations can I fly to from Shanghai?

What are the most popular destinations from Shanghai?

What's the typical flight distance from Shanghai?

Where are the cheapest international flights from Shanghai?

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

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