Question 1

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

82€ is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Shanghai. This flight is from Zhangjiajie and is 78% cheaper than most flights to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book a flight to Shanghai from Ireland is 60 days out, which is when prices tend to be around 473€. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Shanghai at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as 465€ in the past 72 hours.

Question 3

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai from Ireland. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was 412€. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around 504€. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Shanghai.

Question 4

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning. Flights from Ireland to Shanghai during this time can be as low as 444€. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are 504€ on average. Flights to Shanghai from Ireland in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The month of June is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Ireland averaging around 406€.

Question 6

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

You can find deals at Nantong Airport for 136€pp on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Those flying to Shanghai could potentially find better pricing at Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (30 km from Shanghai city centre), Suzhou Airport (104 km from Shanghai city centre), Wuxi Airport (106 km from Shanghai city centre), Nantong Airport (107 km from Shanghai city centre) or Hangzhou Airport (149 km from Shanghai city centre), depending on the month and departure airport.

Question 8

What is there to do in Shanghai when it’s raining?

Accepted Answer

If you are planning a flight to Shanghai and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of June, July, and August. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Shanghai, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. Many tourists kill time during rain and storms by going to shopping centres in the area, like Shanghai Centre.

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When is the best time to fly to Shanghai?

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

What is there to do in Shanghai when it’s raining?

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

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