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Flight deals from Kuwait to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuwait to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.480 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Kuwait on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 480 €, select.
Shanghai.489 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Flynas and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Kuwait on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 489 €, select.
Shanghai.501 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Flynas and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Kuwait on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 501 €, select.
Shanghai.522 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with Kuwait Airways and Air Macau.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Kuwait on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air Macau, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 522 €, select.
Shanghai.533 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Kuwait Airways and Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Kuwait on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.
Shanghai.537 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Kuwait on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.
Shanghai.549 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 549 €, select.
Shanghai.567 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Sat, 27 Dec.Return flight with Kuwait Airways and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From 567 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuwait to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 659 €
Aug
from 501 €
Sep
from 480 €
Oct
from 549 €
Nov
from 533 €
Dec
from 567 €
Jan
from 569 €
Feb
from 1.029 €
Mar
from 755 €
Apr
from 586 €
May
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Jun
from 906 €

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Kuwait to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found480 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Kuwait 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 Kuwait to Shanghai is 480 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuwait to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 480 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuwait to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Shanghai is usually September.
If you're flying from Kuwait 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 480 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuwait Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 July, the average temperature is usually around 27°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, Jazeera Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is five hours ahead of Kuwait, where Kuwait International Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your KWI to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from KWI to Shanghai. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Kuwait, KWI can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near KWI:

  • Kuwait International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Shanghai

  • 216 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket right now is 480 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from KWI to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and land an awesome deal.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from KWI to Shanghai.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your KWI to Shanghai flight:

  • Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and set off on your adventure right away.

  • Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.

  • You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before locking in your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Kuwait International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from KWI to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another side of China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are among its highlights.

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