Cheap flights from Shanghai to Istanbul
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Istanbul and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $498 |
Gulf Air
1 stop
26 hr
Sun, Mar 1 — Sun, Mar 15
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is currently $498 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $214 |
AirAsia X
1 stop
20 hr
Wed, Feb 25
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The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is currently $214 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $648 |
Turkish Airlines
Nonstop
12 hr
Mon, Mar 9 — Mon, Mar 23
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The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is currently $648 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $587 |
Qatar Airways
1 stop
23 hr
Thu, Jan 29 — Mon, Feb 2
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Istanbul is currently $587 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $1,991 |
Gulf Air
1 stop
18 hr
Sun, Mar 29 — Tue, Apr 14
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is currently $1,991 | |
| Fastest flight | 12 hr | The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Istanbul takes 12 hr |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Shanghai to Istanbul per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Istanbul is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| January Cheapest
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Typical prices: $495–600 |
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| July Most expensive
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Typical prices: $570–750 |
Popular airlines from Shanghai to Istanbul
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Shanghai to Istanbul in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- Turkish AirlinesNonstopfrom $648Typical price: $810–2,35011 weekly nonstop flightsPVG - IST Every day
- China EasternNonstopTypical price: $710–1,1003 weekly nonstop flightsPVG - IST Every Wed, Fri, Sun21 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - IST Every Mon, Sat, Sun
- China Southernfrom $598Typical price: $560–1,05043 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - IST Every day
- Qatar Airwaysfrom $618Typical price: $650–1,15035 weekly connecting flightsPVG - IST, SAW Every day
- Air China33 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - IST Every Tue, Thu, Sat
- Emiratesfrom $529Typical price: $550–1,15021 weekly connecting flightsPVG - IST Every day
Popular airports near Shanghai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Shanghai center and popularity with travelers.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi
Popular airports near Istanbul
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Istanbul center and popularity with travelers.
- Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)Istanbul Türkiye 1 hr 1 min 19 mi
- Istanbul Airport (IST)Istanbul Türkiye 46 min 21 mi
- Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)Bursa Türkiye 2 hr 22 min 60 mi
- Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)Tekirdağ Türkiye 1 hr 32 min 56 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Istanbul
The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Istanbul are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $495 to $600.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Gulf Air from $498. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia X from $214.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $648, flying from Mar 9 to Mar 23.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $598, flying from Apr 9 to Apr 24.
- The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $618, flying from Feb 19 to Mar 4.
- The cheapest Emirates flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $529, flying from Mar 5 to Mar 18.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul starts at $498 from Sun, Mar 1 to Sun, Mar 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $214 and departs on Wed, Feb 25.
12 hr is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Istanbul.
Istanbul is a year-round destination, though most visitors arrive May–Sep, when the weather is warm to hot and humid. Winters (Nov–Feb) are cold and wet, and often snowy. Local events include the International Istanbul Film Festival (Apr) and Istanbul Music Festival (Jun).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Istanbul.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Istanbul really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shanghai to Istanbul.
In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 11 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 43 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Istanbul are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 11 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 43 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Istanbul are:
- China Eastern offers 3 nonstop flights and 21 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
- Qatar Airways offers 35 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Airport (IST) , Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) .
- Air China offers 33 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
- Emirates offers 21 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Gulf Air from $498. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia X from $214.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $648, flying from Mar 9 to Mar 23.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $598, flying from Apr 9 to Apr 24.
- The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $618, flying from Feb 19 to Mar 4.
- The cheapest Emirates flight from Shanghai to Istanbul is $529, flying from Mar 5 to Mar 18.
Turkish Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Istanbul.
- There are 11 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 3 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul per week. Flights are available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Istanbul at price $587 is offered by Qatar Airways from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2.
Turkish Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Istanbul.
- There are 11 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 3 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul per week. Flights are available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Istanbul start at $648 from Mon, Mar 9 to Mon, Mar 23 with Turkish Airlines.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Istanbul, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Istanbul start at $1,991 from Sun, Mar 29 to Tue, Apr 14 with Gulf Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Istanbul start at $498 from Sun, Mar 1 to Sun, Mar 15.
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Istanbul, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Istanbul starts at $587 from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2 with Qatar Airways.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Istanbul at price $587 is offered by Qatar Airways from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Istanbul, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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