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$596+ Cheap flights to Shanghai, China

— SHA
19 Oct — 26 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Sat 7/1106:10 -
2 stops21h 40m
Mon 23/1118:10 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 15/9$1,215
Mon 2/1106:10 -
2 stops21h 40m
Mon 16/1118:10 -
2 stops20h 20m
Deal found 15/9$1,238
Wed 14/1006:00 -
2 stops31h 50m
Mon 26/1018:10 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 18/9$1,246
Wed 4/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Tue 10/1109:00 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 18/9$1,267
Sun 8/1107:30 -
2 stops20h 20m
Mon 23/1118:10 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 15/9$1,276
Thu 15/1006:00 -
2 stops31h 50m
Mon 26/1014:10 -
2 stops27h 50m
Deal found 16/9$1,281
Sat 7/1120:50 -
2 stops26h 45m
Mon 23/1112:05 -
2 stops26h 05m
Deal found 15/9$1,301
Sun 29/1110:00 -
1 stop15h 20m
Sun 13/1213:50 -
1 stop15h 45m
Deal found 17/9$1,308
Thu 12/1114:55 -
1 stop29h 25m
Thu 19/1113:35 -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 15/9$1,311
Thu 5/1120:50 -
2 stops26h 45m
Thu 19/1119:50 -
2 stops18h 20m
Deal found 17/9$1,311
Sat 31/1022:35 -
1 stop29h 40m
Tue 10/1111:35 -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 15/9$1,316
Thu 12/1114:55 -
1 stop26h 35m
Thu 19/1114:45 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 15/9$1,321

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Return from

$1,215

One-way from

$596

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,640
7/11-23/11
  • 7/11-23/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
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28/10-31/12
  • 28/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
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AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/9

21:45-23:05

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$766

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/9

21:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$766

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/10

21:00-14:30

1 stop22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$788

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/11

14:55-15:20

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$795

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/11

14:55-12:20

1 stop26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$818
Fastest return journey

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/9

22:00-05:30

Nonstop12h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$837

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/10

22:00-05:30

Nonstop12h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$837

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/10

14:25-12:05

1 stop26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$837

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/10

22:00-05:30

Nonstop12h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$858

AucklandShanghai

AKL Auckland Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/11

14:55-12:20

1 stop26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$862

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Shanghai takes 12 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai are China Southern, China Eastern and Air China.

China Southern
China Southern
From $474
China Eastern
China Eastern
From $1,070
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $859
Air China
Air China
From $1,199

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai are China Southern, Hainan Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines,Air New Zealand, andAir China to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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 Eastern
7.3
Good
243 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.4
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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.

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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