KWD 130 : Cheap Flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai (ADD-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, EgyptAir offers one-way fares as low as KWD 130 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ADD to PVG on Wed, Dec 31), while Etihad Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from KWD 227 departing on Thu, Jan 29 and returning on Mon, Feb 2.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Addis Ababa to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Ethiopian Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Shanghai (SHA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 10 hours 35 minutes to fly from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Shanghai (SHA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Addis Ababa to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Addis Ababa to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 7 flight per week flying from Addis Ababa to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Ethiopian Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- ET684 (00:56)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Addis Ababa to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Dec 31, with one-way flights priced at just KWD 130.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Addis Ababa to Shanghai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa to Shanghai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa to Shanghai on December 7, 2025 with Turkish Airlines, with prices starting at KWD 236.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shanghai from Addis Ababa?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (ADD-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

• Is there any time difference between Addis Ababa and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Addis Ababa is 5h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Addis Ababa to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.