Cheap Flights from Manila to Shanghai

FAQ

• What are the cheapest flights from Manila to Shanghai (MNL-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Cebu Pacific offers one-way fares as low as PHP 4,807 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MNL to PVG on Wed, Dec 3), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from PHP 7,956 departing on Tue, Oct 14 and returning on Mon, Oct 20.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Manila to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Manila to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Philippine Airlines China Eastern Airlines Cebu Pacific Cathay Pacific 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 Manila (MNL) to Shanghai (SHA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 33 minutes to fly from Manila (MNL) to Shanghai (SHA).

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

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 17 flight per week flying from Manila to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Philippine Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PR336 (11:07) China Eastern Airlines: -/M/-/W/T/F/S -- MU212 (02:48) Cebu Pacific: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 5J678 (20:58)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Manila 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 3, with one-way flights priced at just PHP 4,807.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Cebu Pacific.
  · 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 June.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Manila (MNL) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Manila to Shanghai is March, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila to Shanghai on October 17, 2025 with China Southern Airlines, with prices starting at PHP 7,972.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shanghai from Manila?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (MNL-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 Manila and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Manila is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Manila 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.