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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Shanghai? If you want to travel to Shanghai next month, return fares start from 509 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.463 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 463 €, select.

Shanghai.506 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 506 €, select.

Shanghai.509 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 509 €, select.

Shanghai.510 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 510 €, select.

Shanghai.511 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 511 €, select.

Shanghai.514 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 514 €, select.

Shanghai.515 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 515 €, select.

Shanghai.515 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 515 €, select.

Shanghai.517 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 517 €, select.

Shanghai.517 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 517 €, select.

Shanghai.518 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 518 €, select.

Shanghai.530 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dublin on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, select.

Shanghai.534 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Wed, 12 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dublin on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 534 €, select.

Shanghai.537 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Shanghai.537 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 May, returning Thu, 10 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dublin on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Shanghai.541 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 541 €, select.

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Airports in Shanghai

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Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai

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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai

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from 463 €

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Direct flights to Shanghai

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

The average flight time to Shanghai is 12 hours and 8 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Dublin.

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Shanghai?

Currently, China Eastern is the only airline that flies direct to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually December.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Shanghai?

Yes – you can fly direct to Shanghai Pudong Airport and the average flight time is 12 hours and 8 minutes.

How much are return flights to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight to Shanghai is 463 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which is the cheapest airport in Shanghai?

The cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from 463 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Shanghai is Wednesday, 2 December 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

The average temperature in Shanghai in September is around 27°C. The warmest month in Shanghai is typically July, which averages 33°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Shanghai with?

Currently, Ryanair and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying to Shanghai

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	463 €
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	12 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	3

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How to find cheap flights to Shanghai

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to Shanghai is 289 €. A round-trip fare starts at 463 €.
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Book your tickets as early as possible. You're more likely to find a great deal and have a wider selection of flights and departure times.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to improve your chances of securing cheap flights to Shanghai. This will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, as well as different prices.
Taking an indirect route can help you save, so search for flights that have one stop or more. Once your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Shanghai

Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that fits your budget and itinerary.
To experience the city at its busiest, book your flights for April. Travelling during peak periods generally means more to do and see than at other times of the year.
The quietest time to travel is March. Book your plane tickets to Shanghai then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the type of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Shanghai is warmest in August, with averages of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about -1ºC (30ºF) to 10ºC (50ºF).
Want to leave the umbrella at home? October is the driest month in Shanghai, averaging three days of rainfall.
The wettest time of year is July. Travel then and you'll likely get around 13 days of rainfall.

Flying to Shanghai: what you need to know

The busiest airport handling flights to the city is Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG).
Skip the layovers and get to your destination in a single journey. Lock in a direct flight to Shanghai with one of these major airlines:
Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Book your tickets and then find the ideal place to stay. These hotels are ready to roll out the welcome mat:

Getting to central Shanghai from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Central Shanghai is about 48 kilometres from PVG, the city's main gateway.
If you're ride-sharing or taking a taxi after your flight to Shanghai, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre.
About 50 minutes is how long it'll take to get there on public transport.
Curl up in bed shortly after your flight to Shanghai. Choose one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
Journey beyond Shanghai and explore places you won't find on typical itineraries with your own ride. You can collect a car rental at PVG from Hertz.
Shanghai Pudong Airport serves Shanghai and nearby areas in Shanghai, China.

Shanghai highlights

Put these leading sights high on your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Shanghai:
- Shanghai Museum: A popular place to begin your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 0.32 kilometres southeast of the city centre in Huangpu.
- The Bund Sightseeing Avenue: Hit up this landmark next. Around 2 kilometres northeast of the city centre in Huangpu, it's well worth stopping by for the full Shanghai experience.

Explore more of China

In the mood to keep exploring? Nanjing will add more excitement to your journey through China. It's about 274 kilometres west of Shanghai and features Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. The main airport for this city is Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG).
Suzhou might just become one of your favourite stops in China. You'll find it roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road are major draws.
Roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is worth going out of your way for. Some of the best reasons to visit include Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Complete your trip with a Shanghai car rental

Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Shanghai and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Shanghai.