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$287+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — IST
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
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Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2212:25 pmSHA - IST
1 stop23h 15mChina Southern
Mon 1/52:10 pmIST - SHA
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 12/14$575
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:35 pmSHA - IST
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/512:30 pmIST - SHA
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$862

Find flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$472
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$757
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/10

12:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop24h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 1/11

2:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$472

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/28

6:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

2:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$480

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/6

5:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 2/13

2:10 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$501

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/3

7:45 pm-6:30 am

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 4/10

4:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$716

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

7:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 3/7

6:30 am-6:10 pm

3 stops30h 40m

$740

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/28

8:40 am-9:50 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

10:10 am-10:10 am

2 stops19h 00m

$789

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/1

11:40 am-6:10 am

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 1/9

3:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$834

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/1

11:40 am-6:10 am

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 1/5

3:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$834

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

12:25 pm-7:10 am

2 stops23h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 3/7

3:20 pm-11:10 am

1 stop14h 50m

$846

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/7

8:40 am-9:50 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 2/13

2:10 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$846

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Deals found on 12/14

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Compare providers for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 88 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $456). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $552). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, China Southern, and Gulf Air from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
China Southern
7.5
Good
122 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Gulf Air
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport will take you 24h 50m. The distance between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport is about 4956 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $471 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Gulf Air and Emirates, starting at $471 and $515 round-trip. China Southern is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $275 on Gulf Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $311 and Air China from $370 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $456). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $552). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$471Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$471Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$515Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
China EasternCheapest$605Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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