Find Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Shanghai (RUH - SHA)

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Cheapest round-trip flights	$336	China Southern 1 stop 20 hr Thu, Nov 13 — Wed, Nov 26	The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is currently $336
Cheapest one-way flight	$186	China Southern 1 stop 13 hr Wed, Nov 12	The cheapest one-way flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is currently $186
Cheapest nonstop flights	$578	China Eastern Nonstop 10 hr Sat, Nov 22 — Fri, Dec 5	The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is currently $578
Last-minute weekend getaway	$395	Cathay Pacific 1 stop 35 hr Fri, Oct 24 — Mon, Oct 27	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Riyadh to Shanghai is currently $395
Cheapest business class flights	$1,578	Philippine Airlines 1 stop 16 hr Fri, Nov 14 — Thu, Nov 27	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is currently $1,578

Fastest flight	9 hr 35 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Riyadh to Shanghai takes 9 hr 35 min
Nonstop flights	Some days	There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically January.

November Cheapest	Typical prices: $375–670
January Most expensive	Typical prices: $500–750

Popular airlines from Riyadh to Shanghai

China Eastern

Nonstop

from $578

Typical price: $560–790

5 weekly nonstop flights

RUH - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
China Southern

from $336

Typical price: $395–620

32 weekly connecting flights

RUH - PVG, SHA Every Tue, Thu, Sat
Emirates

from $1,071

Typical price: $1,450–1,850

31 weekly connecting flights

RUH - PVG Every day
Cathay Pacific

from $395

Typical price: $480–2,450

28 weekly connecting flights

RUH - PVG, SHA Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat
Qatar Airways

from $692

Typical price: $690–1,050

27 weekly connecting flights

RUH - PVG Every day
Air China

Typical price: $590–4,850

27 weekly connecting flights

RUH - PVG, SHA Every Tue, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Riyadh

King Khalid International Airport (RUH)

Riyadh Saudi Arabia 28 min 17 mi
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)

Dammam Saudi Arabia 3 hr 53 min 229 mi
Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ)

Al Qassim Province Saudi Arabia 3 hr 39 min 211 mi
Al-Ahsa Airport (HOF)

Al Hofuf Saudi Arabia 3 hr 22 min 180 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 12 min 93 mi
Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)

Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Riyadh to Shanghai

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

The cheapest flights from Riyadh to Shanghai are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $375 to $670.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $336. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $186.

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

The cheapest China Eastern flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $578, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 10.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $336, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 26.
The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $1,071, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 23.
The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $395, flying from Oct 24 to Nov 6.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $692, flying from Nov 29 to Dec 14.

What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai starts at $336 from Thu, Nov 13 to Wed, Nov 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $186 and departs on Wed, Nov 12.

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

9 hr 35 min is the shortest flight time from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Shanghai?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Shanghai?

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

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 5 nonstop flights per week. China Eastern flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 32 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Shanghai are:

Emirates offers 31 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
Cathay Pacific offers 28 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
Qatar Airways offers 27 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
Air China offers 27 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

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

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $336. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $186.

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

The cheapest China Eastern flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $578, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 10.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $336, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 26.
The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $1,071, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 23.
The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $395, flying from Oct 24 to Nov 6.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $692, flying from Nov 29 to Dec 14.

Which airlines have direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

China Eastern flies direct from Riyadh to Shanghai.

There are 5 China Eastern direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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 Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Shanghai at price $395 is offered by Cathay Pacific from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27.

Which airlines have direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

China Eastern flies direct from Riyadh to Shanghai.

There are 5 China Eastern direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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

When are direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai available?

Direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai are only available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Riyadh and Shanghai start at $578 from Sat, Nov 22 to Fri, Dec 5 with China Eastern.

How can I find nonstop flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Shanghai start at $1,578 from Fri, Nov 14 to Thu, Nov 27 with Philippine Airlines.

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

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Shanghai start at $336 from Thu, Nov 13 to Wed, Nov 26.

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

To book business class trips from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Shanghai next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Riyadh and Shanghai starts at $395 from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27 with Cathay Pacific.

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

The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Shanghai at price $395 is offered by Cathay Pacific from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27.

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

To find last-minute flight deals from Riyadh 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.