Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Cairo

FAQ

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cairo (SHA-CAI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, EgyptAir offers one-way fares as low as PHP 15,300 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to CAI on Tue, Nov 25), while Hainan Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from PHP 27,948 departing on Thu, Nov 13 and returning on Tue, Nov 18.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Cairo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Cairo with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines EgyptAir Qatar Airways 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 Shanghai (SHA) to Cairo (CAI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 12 hours 33 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Cairo (CAI).

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Cairo 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 Shanghai to Cairo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 11 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Cairo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU223 (01:55) EgyptAir: S/M/-/W/-/F/S -- MS952 (00:14) Air China: -/M/-/W/-/F/S -- CA5085 (00:14)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Cairo, 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 Tue, Nov 25, with one-way flights priced at just PHP 15,300.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is EgyptAir.
  · 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 Cairo travel is around June.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Cairo (CAI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Cairo is April, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Cairo on October 11, 2025 with Hainan Airlines, with prices starting at PHP 29,130.

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

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairo, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport (PVG-CAI) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairo International Airport (CAI) Capital International Airport (CCE).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Cairo?

  The time difference between Cairo and Shanghai is 6h.

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

  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.