Cheap flights from Shanghai to Seoul

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Flight information for Shanghai to Seoul to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$161
Korean Air Nonstop 3 hr Aug 31 — Sep 1
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Seoul is currently $161
Cheapest one-way flight
$91
Korean Air Nonstop 3 hr Aug 28
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Seoul is currently $91
Fastest flight
1 hr 45 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Seoul is typically April. The most expensive one is typically August.
April
Cheapest
Typical prices: $130–195
August
Most expensive
Typical prices: $240–270

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai 29 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou 2 hr 11 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Seoul

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN)
    Seoul 30 mi
  • Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
    Seoul 11 mi
  • Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
    Cheongju-si 64 mi
  • Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE)
    Daegu 147 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Seoul

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?
1 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Seoul.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in April. Typical prices range from $130 to $195.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Shanghai to Seoul was with Korean Air from $161. The best one-way deal was with Korean Air from $91.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul?
China Eastern, Korean Air, Asiana, China Southern, Shanghai Airlines, EASTAR JET and Spring fly direct from Shanghai to Seoul.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Seoul starts at $161 from Sat, Aug 31 to Sun, Sep 1. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $91 and departs on Wed, Aug 28.
When should you visit Seoul?
Some common times to visit Seoul are Mar–May (cherry blossom season) and Sep–Nov, when the weather is most temperate. Summers (Jun–Aug) are hot and humid, while winters (Dec–Feb) are cold and dry. Major local events include the Lotus Lantern Festival (May) and the Hi Seoul Festival, a seasonal cultural festival held 4 times a year.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Seoul
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Seoul.
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.

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