Flights from Shanghai to Istanbul Starting at NZD 417

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Airlines Flying from Shanghai to Istanbul

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  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Istanbul based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 1,759.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 11 hours 47 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport to downtown is about 30 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST): China Eastern Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

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Flight Information from Shanghai to Istanbul

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 416
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 1,047
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 7,986.91 km
Average flight time 11 hours 47 minutes
Popular airline Sichuan Airlines

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