Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Shanghai

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.640 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 May, returning Sun, 19 May.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 13 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 640 €, select.

Shanghai.689 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 18 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 18 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 689 €, select.

Shanghai.692 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Nov, returning Mon, 25 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 15 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 692 €, select.

Shanghai.701 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Jun, returning Sun, 23 Jun.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 23 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 701 €, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Shanghai

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

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Istanbul to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	640 €
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	10 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

: There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
: The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Shanghai is 640 €. 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.
: 10 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Shanghai.
: Turkish Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Istanbul to Shanghai.
: As of April 2024, there are 13 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Shanghai.
: The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Shanghai is usually May.
: If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, 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 640 €.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 13 May 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 11 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 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.
: 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.
: In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
: Currently, EgyptAir and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

How to find cheap flights to Shanghai (SHA) from Istanbul (IST)in 2024

Looking for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Shanghai? Return tickets start from 640 € and one-way flights to Shanghai from Istanbul start from 339 €

Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

Simply hit 'search'. From British Airways to international carriers like Emirates, we compare all major airlines along with the most popular online travel agents to find the cheapest plane tickets from Istanbul to Shanghai. And with us there are no hidden fees - what you see is what you pay.
Compare flight deals to Shanghai from Istanbul from over 1,000 providers. Then choose the cheapest or fastest plane tickets. Flight tickets to Shanghai start from 339 € one-way.
Set up a Price Alert. You can easily track the fare of your cheap Istanbul-Shanghai flights by creating an alert. Whenever prices go down or up, you'll get an email or push notification to help make sure you get the best possible flight deal.
Flex your dates to find the best IST-SHA ticket prices. If you are flexible when it comes to your travel dates, use Skyscanner's 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest month, and even day to fly to Shanghai from Istanbul.
Fly without stops. Only interested in direct flights between Istanbul and Shanghai? Make sure to tick 'Direct flights only' when performing a search. If there are direct flights available on the route, these will appear in the results. Airlines that fly direct include: Turkish Airlines
China Eastern
Find the cheapest Business class flights from Istanbul and Shanghai. We scour the internet for the best Business, Premium Economy and First Class flight fares to Shanghai, too. Check the difference in price as you search – you might just chance upon a last-minute low fare. Note that not all cabin classes are available for every destination or airline.
Include nearby airports in your search. Widen your search for Istanbul to Shanghai flight deals by selecting the "add nearby airports" option. This will allow you to see flight prices for all the nearest airports at your departure point and your destination and could help you save next time you travel.
Flexible on when you travel? The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Shanghai is May.
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