Find Cheap Flights from Almaty to Shanghai (ALA - SHA)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Almaty to Shanghai and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$470	China Southern 1 stop 21 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Wed, Nov 26	The cheapest round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai is currently $470
Cheapest one-way flight	$292	China Southern 1 stop 21 hr Wed, Nov 19	The cheapest one-way flight from Almaty to Shanghai is currently $292
Cheapest nonstop flights	$557	China Eastern Nonstop 6 hr Fri, Dec 5 — Fri, Dec 12	The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai is currently $557
Last-minute weekend getaway	$470	China Southern 1 stop 16 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Sun, Nov 23	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Almaty to Shanghai is currently $470
Cheapest business class flights	$1,829	China Southern 1 stop 21 hr Thu, Feb 5 — Wed, Feb 11	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai is currently $1,829

Fastest flight	5 hr 40 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Almaty to Shanghai takes 5 hr 40 min
Nonstop flights	Some days	There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Mon, Wed, Fri.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Almaty to Shanghai is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.

December Cheapest	Typical prices: $470–520
June Most expensive	Typical prices: $520–570

Popular airlines from Almaty to Shanghai

China Southern

from $470

Typical price: $485–550

163 weekly connecting flights

ALA - PVG, SHA Every day
China Eastern

Nonstop

from $557

Typical price: $590–830

3 weekly nonstop flights

ALA - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri
Air China

75 weekly connecting flights

ALA - PVG, SHA Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
Scat Air

11 weekly connecting flights

ALA - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun
AirAsia X

8 weekly connecting flights

ALA - PVG Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
S7

8 weekly connecting flights

ALA - PVG Every Mon, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Almaty

Almaty International Airport (ALA)

Almaty Kazakhstan 37 min 11 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Shanghai China 29 min 8 mi
Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)

Hangzhou China 2 hr 13 min 93 mi
Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)

Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Almaty to Shanghai

When are the cheapest days to fly from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest flights from Almaty to Shanghai are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $470 to $520.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $470. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $292.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest China Southern flight from Almaty to Shanghai is $470, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 26.
The cheapest China Eastern flight from Almaty to Shanghai is $557, flying from Dec 5 to Dec 12.

What are the cheapest flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai starts at $470 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Nov 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $292 and departs on Wed, Nov 19.

How long does it take to fly from Almaty to Shanghai?

5 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from Almaty to Shanghai.

When should you fly to Shanghai, China?

Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Almaty to Shanghai?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Almaty to Shanghai.
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 is the best airline to fly from Almaty to Shanghai?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Almaty to Shanghai 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 Almaty to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 3 nonstop flights per week. China Eastern flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 163 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Almaty to Shanghai are:

Air China offers 75 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
Scat Air offers 11 connecting flights per week. Scat Air flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
AirAsia X offers 8 connecting flights per week. AirAsia X flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
S7 offers 8 connecting flights per week. S7 flies from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Almaty and Shanghai.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Almaty to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $470. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $292.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest China Southern flight from Almaty to Shanghai is $470, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 26.
The cheapest China Eastern flight from Almaty to Shanghai is $557, flying from Dec 5 to Dec 12.

Which airlines have direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

China Eastern flies direct from Almaty to Shanghai.

There are 3 China Eastern direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Almaty and Shanghai at price $470 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.

Which airlines have direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

China Eastern flies direct from Almaty to Shanghai.

There are 3 China Eastern direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai available?

Direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai are only available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Almaty and Shanghai start at $557 from Fri, Dec 5 to Fri, Dec 12 with China Eastern.

How can I find nonstop flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Almaty to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Almaty and Shanghai start at $1,829 from Thu, Feb 5 to Wed, Feb 11 with China Southern.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Almaty and Shanghai start at $470 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Nov 26.

How can I book business class trips from Almaty to Shanghai?

To book business class trips from Almaty to Shanghai, 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.

Are there any last-minute deals from Almaty to Shanghai next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Almaty and Shanghai starts at $470 from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23 with China Southern.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Almaty to Shanghai?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Almaty and Shanghai at price $470 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Almaty to Shanghai?

To find last-minute flight deals from Almaty to Shanghai, 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.