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$712+ 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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SHA
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Shanghai are usually found in May or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 julio 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,142
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$712
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,757
From Mexico City Benito Juarez to Shanghai
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($446 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 julio 2, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
dom. 10/267:15 amMEX - PVG
1 stop41h 45mAir Canada
jue. 11/65:35 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$1,118
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
dom. 7/272:05 amMEX - SHA
2 stops25h 35mHainan Airlines
lun. 8/48:15 pmSHA - MEX
2 stops41h 44mHainan Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 8/1612:50 pmMEX - SHA
3 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/234:50 pmSHA - MEX
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,247
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 7/262:05 amMEX - PVG
2 stops41h 55mHainan Airlines
jue. 7/3111:15 amPVG - MEX
2 stops26h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,319
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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. 8/51:45 amMEX - SHA
2 stops25h 40mChina Southern
jue. 8/2112:40 pmSHA - MEX
1 stop25h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 7/2$1,489
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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. 7/196:30 amMEX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/13:55 pmPVG - MEX
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,492
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/261:55 pmMEX - SHA
2 stops32h 25mCathay Pacific
jue. 11/61:35 pmSHA - MEX
2 stops38h 17mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/2$1,867
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/243:00 pmMEX - PVG
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
mar. 10/712:35 amPVG - MEX
2 stops35h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,870
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/59:00 pmMEX - PVG
1 stop46h 10mBritish Airways
sáb. 12/1310:55 amPVG - MEX
1 stop45h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,959
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
sáb. 9/2710:50 pmMEX - SHA
2 stops52h 05mLufthansa
mar. 10/288:55 amSHA - MEX
2 stops47h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/30$2,136
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/202:30 pmMEX - SHA
2 stops36h 35mKorean Air
mié. 8/276:25 pmSHA - MEX
2 stops38h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 6/30$2,272

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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 julio 2, 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 - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

dom. 10/26

7:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop41h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 11/6

5:35 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 30m

$1,118

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

dom. 7/27

2:05 am-5:40 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 8/4

8:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,199

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 8/16

12:50 pm-11:20 am

3 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 8/23

4:50 pm-5:20 am

2 stops26h 30m

$1,247

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 7/26

2:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 7/31

11:15 am-12:00 am

2 stops26h 45m

$1,319

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

mar. 8/5

1:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 8/21

12:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,489

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 7/19

6:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 8/1

3:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,492

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

mié. 9/24

3:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 10/7

12:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,870

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - PVG

MEXPVG

Mexico City Benito Juarez

vie. 12/5

9:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/13

10:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop45h 50m

$1,959

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 9/27

10:50 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops52h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 10/28

8:55 am-6:05 pm

2 stops47h 10m

$2,136

Mexico CityShanghai

MEX - SHA

MEXSHA

Mexico City Benito Juarez

dom. 7/20

2:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 8/27

6:25 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$2,272

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai

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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 June 27, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Shanghai (average of $1,123). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 julio 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 julio 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Hainan Airlines, and China Southern 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.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

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 4 different airlines.

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

    Air Canada, at $1,142, was found to be the cheapest airline from Mexico City to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hainan Airlines and China Southern. Air Canada is currently priced 26% 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 $1,123). Flying from Mexico City to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 Mexico City to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 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 julio 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$938Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$948Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
ANACheapest$1,858Average$1,930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$2,212Average$2,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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