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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 174 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Hanoi flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Shanghai to Hanoi: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Hanoi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found161 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week79

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Hanoi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Hanoi is 161 €. 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.
3 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Hanoi.
China Eastern, Vietnam Airlines and Air China fly direct from Shanghai to Hanoi.
As of March 2026, there are 81 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Hanoi.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Hanoi is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Hanoi Airport on Sunday, 29 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
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 Hanoi 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hanoi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): What you need to know

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is Shanghai's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) jetting off from here.

  • Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport flight.

  • Hanoi is one hour behind Shanghai. Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.

  • You can choose from 55 direct weekly services between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). This is the most popular route when departing from Shanghai.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from Shanghai to HAN. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Direct flights from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport are operated by a good range of airlines at PVG. Book your seat with any of these:

  • China Eastern sees the most traveller bookings for flights from PVG to HAN.

  • Among carriers on this route, Vietnam Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to HAN departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

    • Macau International Airport (MFM)

  • The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PVG land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Split up your flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and HAN include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Shanghai to HAN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 85% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.

  • The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HAN:

Getting from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi

  • Central Hanoi is around 31 kilometres from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

  • Right now, 78 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 161 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to HAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Shanghai to HAN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Visit Hanoi in December for a more laid-back experience.

  • Book a Shanghai to HAN plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hanoi to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about Hanoi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hanoi:

  • There are plenty of awesome things to do in Hanoi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum followed by Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and Hoan Kiem Lake Walking Street.

Explore more of Vietnam

  • Móng Cái is another essential stop in Vietnam and is around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi. No journey is complete without dropping by Baĩ biển Trà Cổ, Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh.

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