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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Riyadh Starting at AED 605

For as little as AED 605, you can take your next adventure to Riyadh without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Shanghai below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip
      • Cheapest nonstop
        PVG09:35
        11h 50m
        Nonstop
        RUH16:25
        Thu, Mar 6|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Eastern Airlines
        AED 935AED 1,263
        26% OFF
        26% OFF
        AED 1,263AED 935

        Choose China Eastern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way direct flight with China Eastern Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport on Thu, Mar 6, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 935 including taxes and charges.

      • PVG17:30
        11h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH00:15
        Sun, Mar 9|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Eastern Airlines
        AED 935AED 1,263
        26% OFF
        26% OFF
        AED 1,263AED 935

        Choose China Eastern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way direct flight with China Eastern Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport on Sun, Mar 9, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 935 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA07:55
        19h 35m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Fri, Feb 21|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 605AED 1,263
        52% OFF
        52% OFF
        AED 1,263AED 605

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Fri, Feb 21, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 605 including taxes and charges.

      • PVG19:45
        31h 45m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Thu, Mar 6|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 608
        AED 608

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport on Thu, Mar 6, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 608 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA15:30
        36h
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Sun, Mar 9|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 608
        AED 608

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Sun, Mar 9, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 608 including taxes and charges.

      • PVG19:45
        31h 45m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Sun, Mar 23|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 611
        AED 611

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport on Sun, Mar 23, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 611 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA17:55
        33h 35m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Sun, Feb 23|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 616
        AED 616

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Sun, Feb 23, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 616 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA20:30
        31h
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Sun, Mar 2|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 618
        AED 618

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Sun, Mar 2, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 618 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA07:55
        19h 35m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Mon, Mar 24|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 618
        AED 618

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Mon, Mar 24, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 618 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA10:05
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        RUH22:30
        Mon, Mar 10|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Southern Airlines
        AED 619
        AED 619

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Shanghai to Riyadh. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Mon, Mar 10, arriving at King Khalid International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 619 including taxes and charges.

      • SHA01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        RUH02:00 pm
        Fri, Feb 28|Shanghai - Riyadh|China Eastern Airlines
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Shanghai to Riyadh flight time & flight schedules

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  1. CZ3590

    China Southern Airlines

    07:55

    SHA

    2.6h

    10:30

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  2. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--

  3. CX361

    Cathay Pacific

    08:35

    PVG

    2.9h

    11:30

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  4. CX647

    Cathay Pacific

    16:25

    HKG

    9.0h

    20:25

    RUH

    S--W-F-

  5. CX365

    Cathay Pacific

    09:30

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    3.2h

    12:40

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  6. CX647

    Cathay Pacific

    16:25

    HKG

    9.0h

    20:25

    RUH

    S--W-F-

  7. CZ3576

    China Southern Airlines

    10:05

    SHA

    2.8h

    12:55

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  8. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--

  9. CZ3626

    China Southern Airlines

    10:55

    SHA

    2.7h

    13:35

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  10. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--

  11. CX363

    Cathay Pacific

    11:25

    PVG

    3.0h

    14:25

    HKG

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  12. CX647

    Cathay Pacific

    16:25

    HKG

    9.0h

    20:25

    RUH

    S--W-F-

  13. CZ3966

    China Southern Airlines

    11:25

    SHA

    2.6h

    14:00

    SZX

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  14. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--

  15. CX349

    Cathay Pacific

    13:20

    SHA

    2.8h

    16:05

    HKG

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  16. CX647

    Cathay Pacific

    16:25

    HKG

    9.0h

    20:25

    RUH

    S--W-F-

  17. CZ3588

    China Southern Airlines

    20:30

    SHA

    2.6h

    23:05

    SZX

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  18. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--

  19. CZ3567

    China Southern Airlines

    22:25

    SHA

    2.5h

    00:55

    SZX

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  20. CZ5007

    China Southern Airlines

    16:55

    SZX

    10.6h

    22:30

    RUH

    S---T--
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Riyadh (RUH) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Riyadh based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Riyadh (RUH) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 3,940.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Riyadh (RUH)?

    It takes about 11 hours 1 minute to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Riyadh (RUH).

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

    • The distance from King Khalid International Airport to downtown is about 27 km, by taxi about 40 minutes.

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

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Riyadh (RUH): China Eastern Airlines and Saudia.

  • How many airports are there in Riyadh (RUH)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Riyadh (RUH): King Khalid International Airport.

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Flight Info | Shanghai to Riyadh

Cheapest direct flight priceAED 596
Cheapest return ticket priceAED 1,576
Off-season for travelFebruary
Peak season for travelMay
Flight distance7,236.7 km
Average flight time11 hours 1 minute
Popular airlineAir France

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