Cheap Flights from Astrakhan to Shanghai Starting at $338

Flights from Astrakhan to Shanghai are operated by several airlines — Pobeda, Nordwind Airlines, and Aeroflot. This allows passengers to flexibly choose flights based on departure time, cost, and additional services. The minimum ticket price starts at $338, making this destination accessible to travelers with different budgets. We help compare all available options in real time, so you can book tickets at the best value for money. The service ensures transparent search and lets you book affordable flights in just a few clicks.

Astrakhan’s Narimanovo Airport (ASF) functions as a regional gateway rather than a large international hub, handling mostly domestic flights and some seasonal services to nearby countries. Carriers tend to be Russian regional and low-cost operators, so fares can be more budget-friendly compared with major hubs, especially for short routes. The airport lies about 10–15 km northwest of the city center; taxi rides typically take 15–25 minutes depending on traffic, while local buses and marshrutkas can take 30–40 minutes and are the cheapest option. Parking and drop-off are straightforward, but facilities are modest and services limited outside peak times—convenient for quick transfers, less suited for long layovers.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with different roles. Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers while also serving some premium domestic routes; fares here can be mid-to-high depending on carriers and seasonality. It sits about 30–40 km east of downtown Pudong, reachable by Maglev plus metro in roughly 45–60 minutes (Maglev+metro fares and metro-only fares typically cover a modest premium), or by taxi in 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. Pudong offers extensive passenger facilities and international connections but can feel large and busy. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) acts as the convenient domestic and regional airport, favored by budget and business travelers on high-frequency shuttle routes. Located about 13–16 km west of the city center, Hongqiao is usually a short metro or taxi ride—approximately 20–40 minutes—with fares generally lower than to Pudong; it’s also connected to the city’s high-speed rail hub for onward travel. Hongqiao’s compact layout can make transfers and check-in faster, though international connectivity and long-haul options are more limited.

The cost of a one-way flight from Astrakhan to Shanghai ranges from $338 (January 2026) to $476 (October 2025). On average, the ticket price is about $387–$780.