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$515+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Shanghai, China

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SHA
dic. 4 — dic. 111
jue. 12/4
jue. 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Shanghai are usually found in May or April, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 4, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/17:15 amMEX - PVG
1 stop42h 45mAir Canada
lun. 12/85:35 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 11/3$1,197
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/181:35 amMEX - PVG
2 stops26h 40mHainan Airlines
mié. 12/107:30 pmPVG - MEX
2 stops42h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,218
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/181:35 amMEX - SHA
2 stops26h 25mHainan Airlines
mié. 12/1010:50 amSHA - MEX
2 stops26h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,218
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/197:15 amMEX - PVG
1 stop42h 45mAir Canada
mié. 12/105:35 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 11/4$1,219
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/247:15 amMEX - PVG
1 stop42h 45mAir Canada
lun. 12/15:35 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 11/3$1,221
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/301:35 amMEX - PVG
2 stops26h 40mHainan Airlines
sáb. 12/207:30 pmPVG - MEX
2 stops42h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,222
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/211:35 amMEX - PVG
2 stops26h 40mHainan Airlines
mar. 1/67:30 pmPVG - MEX
2 stops42h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,223
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/211:35 amMEX - SHA
2 stops26h 25mHainan Airlines
mar. 1/68:55 pmSHA - MEX
2 stops40h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,223
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/115:15 amMEX - PVG
2 stops42h 05mHainan Airlines
mar. 11/256:25 amPVG - MEX
2 stops31h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,242
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/301:35 amMEX - SHA
2 stops43h 00mHainan Airlines
lun. 12/811:50 amSHA - MEX
2 stops25h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,242
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/297:15 amMEX - PVG
1 stop42h 45mAir Canada
vie. 12/125:35 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 11/3$1,266
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/301:35 amMEX - SHA
2 stops26h 25mHainan Airlines
sáb. 12/2011:50 amSHA - MEX
2 stops25h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,395

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 noviembre 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,082
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$515
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,311
From Mexico City Benito Juarez to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City to Shanghai 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 noviembre 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

dom. 11/30

1:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 12/20

11:50 am-11:35 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,395

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

vie. 11/28

1:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 12/12

10:50 am-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,408

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

lun. 12/22

1:35 am-9:35 am

2 stops42h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 1/5

8:55 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$1,408

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 3/7

12:25 am-2:40 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/25

11:35 pm-10:45 am

2 stops73h 10m

$1,730

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

vie. 3/13

12:25 am-2:40 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/25

11:35 pm-10:45 am

2 stops73h 10m

$1,730

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

lun. 3/9

12:25 am-2:40 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/25

11:35 pm-10:45 am

2 stops73h 10m

$1,730

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

dom. 3/29

3:30 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 4/7

4:50 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$1,776

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

lun. 2/23

12:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/2

10:30 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops38h 51m

$1,776

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

lun. 11/17

5:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 12/2

4:35 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$1,776

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

lun. 2/16

12:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops43h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 3/16

9:30 am-2:30 pm

2 stops43h 00m

$1,779

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Mexico City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mexico City to Shanghai is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai (average of $382). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,109). 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 MEX to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to Shanghai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Shanghai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated noviembre 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, China Southern, and United Airlines from Mexico City to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
52 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
52 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
52 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
52 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
52 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Mexico City to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Mexico City, you will be flying from Benito Juarez, which is the city’s only airport. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is located 5.5 mi from the center of Mexico City. There are 0 flights from Benito Juarez to Shanghai per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Mexico City to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Mexico City to Shanghai can take about 28h 05m. Hainan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,408. The distance between Mexico City and Shanghai is about 8025 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mexico City to Shanghai round-trip?

    China Southern, at $938, was found to be the cheapest airline from Mexico City to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hainan Airlines and United Airlines. China Southern is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mexico City to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Mexico City to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico City to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mexico City to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mexico City to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City to Shanghai 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 Mexico City to Shanghai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai (average of $382). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,109). 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 3 airlines flying from Mexico City to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City to Shanghai. 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 noviembre 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$938Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$948Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
United AirlinesCheapest$2,212Average$2,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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