Cheap flight from Seoul to Shanghai from £51

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to Shanghai (SEL-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Tianjin Airlines offers one-way fares as low as £42 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ICN to SHA on Wed, Sep 10), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £87 departing on Fri, Oct 31 and returning on Fri, Nov 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Seoul to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Seoul to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Asiana Airlines China Eastern Airlines Spring 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 Seoul (SEL) to Shanghai (SHA)?

  It takes about 2 hours 10 minutes to fly from Seoul (SEL) to Shanghai (SHA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Seoul 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 Seoul 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 can I find the best deals on flights from Seoul to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Seoul 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, Sep 10, with one-way flights priced at just £42.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring 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 March.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Shanghai on September 17, 2025 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at £34.

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

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (GMP-SHA) 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 Seoul and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Seoul is 1h.

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