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Cheap Flights from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai

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Flight deals from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 2,017 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul.One-way flight with Sunlight Air.Outbound indirect flight with Sunlight Air, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,017, select.
Shanghai.R 2,086 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,086, select.
Shanghai.R 2,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,192, select.
Shanghai.R 2,540 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,540, select.
Shanghai.R 2,876 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,876, select.
Shanghai.R 2,918 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,918, select.
Shanghai.R 2,925 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,925, select.
Shanghai.R 3,000 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,000, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in July.
Apr
from R 2,540
May
from R 2,918
Jun
from R 2,876
Jul
from R 2,017
Aug
from R 2,086
Sep
from R 2,192
Oct
from R 3,061
Nov
from R 3,000
Dec
from R 5,792
Jan
from R 2,925
Feb
from R 3,255
Mar
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Direct flights from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai

Alternative Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cebu to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,017
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai is R 4,908. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai.
China Eastern flies direct from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai.
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Mactan-Cebu International to Shanghai is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,908.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 39 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Cebu (the location of Mactan-Cebu International Airport).

  • Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. When booking your flight, you can pick from 12 services a week between CEB and PVG.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from CEB to Shanghai.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • You can reserve a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai. Start your trip at CEB and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • China Eastern is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CEB to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • If you have a passport from Philippines, you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before flying.

  • Central Cebu to CEB is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 47 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CEB:

How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai

  • R 2,017 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts from R 4,908. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CEB to Shanghai.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CEB to Shanghai. You don't need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from CEB to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Shanghai isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Shanghai and explore at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.