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$500+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SHA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Shanghai

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 March 10, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 4/141:30 am
MEX
-
SHA
2 stops28h 05m
China Southern
Thu 5/149:55 am
SHA
-
MEX
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 3/9$1,133
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 4/141:30 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops44h 45m
China Southern
Thu 5/141:30 pm
PVG
-
MEX
1 stop24h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 3/9$1,138
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/236:00 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/212:20 pm
PVG
-
MEX
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,207
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/206:00 am
MEX
-
SHA
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3110:30 pm
SHA
-
MEX
2 stops39h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,292
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/141:30 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops44h 45m
China Southern
Wed 4/227:50 pm
PVG
-
MEX
2 stops42h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/7$1,337
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 9/166:00 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/304:00 pm
PVG
-
MEX
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$1,342
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/141:30 am
MEX
-
SHA
2 stops43h 55m
China Southern
Wed 4/227:50 pm
SHA
-
MEX
1 stop42h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/7$1,345
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 3/316:50 am
MEX
-
SHA
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/162:10 pm
SHA
-
MEX
2 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$1,369
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 9/1612:00 pm
MEX
-
SHA
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/3010:55 am
SHA
-
MEX
2 stops27h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$1,422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/168:50 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3112:50 pm
PVG
-
MEX
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$1,473
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/168:50 am
MEX
-
PVG
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3112:30 am
PVG
-
MEX
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$1,493
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/2310:00 am
MEX
-
SHA
3 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/23:00 pm
SHA
-
MEX
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,505

Find 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 March 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,133
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$500
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,373
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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/2

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop24h 49m

$1,447

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 4/23

10:00 am-11:00 am

3 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/2

3:00 pm-5:20 am

3 stops28h 20m

$1,505

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 4/30

4:55 am-10:55 am

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

$1,672

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 4/30

3:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/4

1:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,751

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/25

3:15 pm-11:35 am

2 stops30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/7

7:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,791

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 4/21

5:15 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/28

4:50 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$1,791

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 3/29

3:20 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/12

8:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$1,795

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/15

4:55 am-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/14

4:10 pm-11:50 am

2 stops33h 40m

$1,803

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 3/23

7:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

7:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,811

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/1

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

2:30 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,811

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai (average of $274). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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.

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 March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andUnited 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
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

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
8.2
Very good
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,414 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

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 31h 05m. Hainan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,751. 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 $717, 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 45% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai (average of $274). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$717Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$948Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
United AirlinesCheapest$2,212Average$2,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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