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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seoul to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Apr.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Incheon International on Fri, 11 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Shanghai.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Incheon International on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Shanghai.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Incheon International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Shanghai.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Incheon International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Shanghai.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Incheon International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Shanghai.R 1,087 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Eastar Jet.Outbound direct flight with Eastar Jet departs from Incheon International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,087, select.
Shanghai.R 1,128 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar.One-way flight with T'way Air.Outbound indirect flight with T'way Air, departs from Gimpo International on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,128, select.
Shanghai.R 1,334 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Eastar Jet.Outbound direct flight with Eastar Jet departs from Incheon International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,334, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seoul to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 1,128
Apr
from R 1,050
May
from R 1,050
Jun
from R 1,050
Jul
from R 1,087
Aug
from R 1,334
Sep
from R 1,050
Oct
from R 1,050
Nov
from R 1,482
Dec
from R 1,679
Jan
from R 1,695
Feb
from R 1,748

Direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai

Alternative Seoul to Shanghai routes

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

Seoul to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,050
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week153

Finding cheap flights from Seoul 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 Seoul to Shanghai is R 2,042. 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.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Seoul to Shanghai.
China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Korean Air fly direct from Seoul to Shanghai.
As of March 2025, there are 374 flights per week flying from Seoul to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Shanghai is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Seoul, 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 2,042.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Shanghai on Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 9°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Tianjin Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong Airport is Spring Airlines.

Flying from Seoul to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Shanghai. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's primary hubs.

  • 2 hours 7 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Seoul to Shanghai. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 1 hour behind Seoul.

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 146 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Seoul to Shanghai is with EASTAR JET at 22:30. Choose the first ICN to PVG departure operated by Korean Air at 08:25 if you want to get going early.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Seoul to Shanghai. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • You will need a visa for China if you have a passport from South Korea and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Seoul to Shanghai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

Flying from Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Seoul to Shanghai, you can board one at Incheon International Airport (ICN). Get from ICN to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in one seamless trip.

  • A number of airlines at ICN offer direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai. Some of the most well-known are:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Seoul to Shanghai leaving from Incheon International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

    • Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seoul to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • It's also possible to book a direct flight from Seoul to Shanghai out of Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Nonstop services from GMP will take you to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • You can pick from a range of airlines offering direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai departing from GMP. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Shanghai. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Incheon International Airport and Shanghai:

    • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

    • Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Shanghai:

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Shanghai

  • Currently, R 1,050 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Shanghai. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,042. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 8 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Seoul to Shanghai.

  • April is the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Shanghai. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from Seoul to Shanghai every day.

  • Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seoul to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Seoul to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.

  • Before booking a flight from Seoul to Shanghai, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Shanghai sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

  • Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Shanghai, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Shanghai. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.

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