What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Shanghai?

Shanghai Pu Dong airport offers the cheapest routes to Los Angeles, from $209; whereas Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to New York, from $212. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

April is currently the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai . At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

Check out the cheapest flights from Shanghai to embark to: Fly from Shanghai to Seoul from $209 round trip Fly from Shanghai to Langkawi from $309 round trip Fly from Shanghai to Tokyo from $309 round trip Fly from Shanghai to Novosibirsk from $437 round trip Fly from Shanghai to San Francisco from $710 round trip

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SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/31

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/6

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/5

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/10

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/18

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sat 12/26

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/18

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 12/22

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/21

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/24

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/21

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/23

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/30

8:10 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/2

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/3

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 11/8

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/4

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 12/7

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/24

8:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sat 12/26

8:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$215

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $241). Flying from Shanghai in March will prove the most costly (average of $320). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

For flights departing from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: China Eastern, Asiana Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Seoul.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Asiana Airlines and China Eastern from Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very good

558 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very good

558 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very good

558 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

China Eastern

7.3

Good

236 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very good

558 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

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What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Shanghai?
Shanghai Pu Dong airport offers the cheapest routes to Los Angeles, from $209; whereas Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to New York, from $212. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?
April is currently the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai. At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.
Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?
Check out the cheapest flights from Shanghai to embark to:
Fly from Shanghai to Seoul from $209 round trip
Fly from Shanghai to Langkawi from $309 round trip
Fly from Shanghai to Tokyo from $309 round trip
Fly from Shanghai to Novosibirsk from $437 round trip
Fly from Shanghai to San Francisco from $710 round trip

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For flights departing from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: China Eastern, Asiana Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Seoul.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

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Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

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Find flights from Shanghai within your budget

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.

Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

For flights departing from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: China Eastern, Asiana Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Seoul.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Incheon Intl. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2026.

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Asiana Airlines and China Eastern from Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Consider departing from one of these cities also located in China. Flight origins are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on August 28, 2026.

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