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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Shanghai? Find the biggest savings on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.468 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Dublin on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 468 €, select.
Shanghai.472 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 472 €, select.
Shanghai.489 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Dublin on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 489 €, select.
Shanghai.511 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Dublin on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 511 €, select.
Shanghai.533 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.
Shanghai.535 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Dublin on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.
Shanghai.535 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Sat, 17 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.
Shanghai.537 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Finnair and Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Dublin on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai

Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Shanghai.
Oct
from 601 €
Nov
from 489 €
Dec
from 472 €
Jan
from 511 €
Feb
from 562 €
Mar
from 537 €
Apr
from 575 €
May
from 576 €
Jun
from 575 €
Jul
from 684 €
Aug
from 682 €
Sep
from 597 €

Airports in Shanghai

Compare routes to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 468 €.
The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually November.
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.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ireland and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Shanghai is 468 €. 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.
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 468 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Shanghai is Monday, 17 November 2025.
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.
The average temperature in Shanghai in October is around 20°C. The warmest month in Shanghai is typically August, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in December.
Currently, Aer Lingus offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying to Shanghai

The things to know before you go.
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How to find cheap flights to Shanghai

  • 217 € is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Shanghai. Or you can book a return ticket for 468 €.

  • Take the stress out of fare hunting by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app when ticket prices drop.

  • Don't put things off until the last minute. You're more likely to secure the best price on tickets if you book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • Click on 'Add nearby airports' when searching to better your chances of finding cheap flights to Shanghai. Doing this will give you more choices for where you take off and land, along with different fares.

  • Indirect routes are often cheaper, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest days or months to fly.

  • To experience the city at its busiest, lock in your flights for July. Travelling during peak periods often means more to see and do compared to other times of the year.

  • The quietest month to travel is April. Lock in your plane tickets to Shanghai then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.

  • With averages between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF), August is when Shanghai is warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.

  • Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -1ºC (30ºF) to 10ºC (50ºF).

  • With three days of average rainfall, October is the driest month in Shanghai.

  • July has the wettest weather. You can expect around 14 days of rainfall.

Travelling to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are where you can touch down for your Shanghai flight.

  • Most passengers fly into Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), the city's busiest airport.

  • Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Shanghai with one of these top airlines:

  • You'll be in the UTC+8 timezone when you arrive in Shanghai.

  • Complete your trip by choosing the right stay. Check out these hotels once you've booked your ticket:

Getting to central Shanghai from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai highlights

  • Put these major attractions at the top of your itinerary after stepping off your flight to Shanghai:

    • 外滩建筑群: Located in Huangpu around 2 kilometres northeast of the city centre, this landmark is a perfect spot to start your sightseeing.

    • Cloud Nine Shopping Mall: Put your money to good use here while exploring Shanghai. This shopping area is roughly 5 kilometres west of the centre in Changning.

    • Shanghai Museum: This will also make the highlight reel of your holiday. A top landmark, it's around 0.32 kilometres southeast of the heart of Shanghai in Huangpu.

Explore more of China

  • Feel like exploring more? Nanjing is an essential stop in China. It's about 274 kilometres west of Shanghai and features Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall. The main airport for this city is Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG).

  • Another city in China that has plenty going for it is Suzhou. From Shanghai, it's around 88 kilometres west and offers top sights like Humble Administrator's Garden and Lingering Garden. Add a stop at Pingjiang Road too.

  • Add one more stop to the mix with Puyang. Roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area give you plenty of reason to visit.

Complete your trip with a Shanghai car hire

  • Want to rent a car in the city? Pick from a selection of car rentals in Shanghai and explore without limits. With one easy search, compare rates and score the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Shanghai.

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