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$420+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SHA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$970
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$420
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,124
From Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/201:30 pmZRH - SHA
1 stop20h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/31:35 pmSHA - ZRH
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/31$970
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/277:25 amZRH - SHA
3 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/38:15 pmSHA - ZRH
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,009
This XiamenAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 XiamenAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/225:35 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops21h 10mXiamenAir
Mon 10/68:10 amSHA - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 7/31$1,070
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/275:35 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops18h 45mChina Southern
Wed 9/38:35 amSHA - ZRH
2 stops19h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/30$1,158
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:20 pmZRH - SHA
2 stops37h 35mLufthansa
Sat 1/38:55 amSHA - ZRH
2 stops38h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$1,836

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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Price

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Mon 10/20

1:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 55m

$970

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Wed 8/27

7:25 am-10:00 am

3 stops20h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/3

8:15 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$1,009

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Mon 9/22

5:35 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/6

8:10 am-10:25 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$1,070

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Wed 8/27

5:35 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/3

8:35 am-10:25 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$1,158

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Sun 12/28

8:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/3

8:55 am-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$1,836

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Wed 10/15

4:00 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops41h 35m

$420

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$579

ZurichShanghai

ZRH - SHA

ZRHSHA

Zurich

Tue 9/23

10:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$1,147

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 50 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 Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 55% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $3,202.

What’s the fastest layover option from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Belgrade (BEG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Belgrade (BEG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 53m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, such as Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,275 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Zurich (ZRH), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. 1 airline have flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day.

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

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific ($970), XiamenAir ($1,070), and China Southern ($1,158) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl 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 Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from Zurich to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 airline flying from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Zurich to Hongqiao Intl. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$622Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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