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Cheap Flights to Shanghai
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | May | Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop |
| Average price | $948 | Average for round-trip flights in April 2020 |
| Round-trip from | $689 | From Auckland to Shanghai |
Cheapest prices for Shanghai flights by month
January
$1,042
February
$828
March
$757
April
$962
May
$868
June
$803
July
$866
August
$871
September
$1,012
October
$900
November
$825
December
$1,317
March is currently the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.
When is the best time to fly to Shanghai?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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AKL - CN2 Price
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$757 - $1,624
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CN2 Temperature
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8 - 32 °C
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CN2 Rainfall
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4 - 44 mm
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Flying to Shanghai in March is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. July sees the temperatures in Shanghai peak to their warmest. August tends, on average, to see the most amount of rainfall.
When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?
The price you pay for your flight to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Shanghai?
The cheapest flights to Shanghai are usually found when departing on a Wednesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Friday.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
To get the best value, try booking a flight in the morning when visiting Shanghai. Generally the prices will increase for flights in the afternoon as these tend to have higher demand.
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