NZD 438 : Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Istanbul

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Istanbul (SHA-IST)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AirAsia X offers one-way fares as low as NZD 438 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to SAW on Sun, Jan 18), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 780 departing on Sat, Jan 3 and returning on Wed, Jan 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Turkish 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 Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 12 hours 5 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Istanbul (IST).

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

  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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 13 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Istanbul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: -/-/T/-/T/-/S -- MU703 (01:04) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK027 (23:12) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/-/-/F/- -- TK281 (10:39)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Istanbul, 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 Sun, Jan 18, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 438.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is China Eastern 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 Istanbul travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

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

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Istanbul is August, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Istanbul on December 31, 2025 with China Southern Airlines, with prices starting at NZD 774.

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

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Istanbul, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Airport (PVG-IST) is by far the most common option on this route: Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) Ataturk Airport (ISL).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Istanbul?

  The time difference between Istanbul and Shanghai is 5h.

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

  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.