Cheap Flights from Atyrau to Shanghai — $268

The route Atyrau — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including SCAT, Syphax Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Air Astana. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $268) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Atyrau International Airport (GUW) serves as the main gateway to Atyrau and the surrounding oil region, functioning primarily as a regional and international hub rather than a low-cost base. It typically handles state and full-service carriers linking to major Kazakh cities and a few international routes, so fares can be mid-range compared with larger national hubs. The airport lies about 8–10 km northwest of the city centre; taxi rides usually take 15–25 minutes and can cost roughly the equivalent of a few dollars to modest local sums, while occasional minibuses or shared shuttles may be cheaper but slower. Pros: compact terminals and straightforward transfers. Cons: limited late-night services and fewer carrier choices than major international airports.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and flag-carrier services alongside major international airlines; it’s typically seen as the premium option and lies about 30–45 km east of downtown (roughly 45–75 minutes by expressway). Ground links include the Maglev plus metro (fastest public rail ~8 minutes to Longyang Road then ~20–30 minutes more), airport limousine buses and taxis (fares can vary from moderate to higher depending on route and time). Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) functions as a domestic and regional gateway, favored by budget carriers and frequent business travelers for its closer location—around 13 km from the city center (20–40 minutes by subway or taxi). Hongqiao is directly connected to the metro and high-speed rail at Hongqiao Railway Station, which can make transfers quicker and cheaper. Pros: Pudong offers wide international connectivity and modern facilities; Hongqiao offers convenience for domestic trips and shorter commutes. Cons: Pudong can mean longer transfers and higher fares for some services; Hongqiao may be more crowded and limited for intercontinental routes.

In different months, ticket prices from Atyrau to Shanghai vary: minimum — $258 (October 2026), maximum — $449 (December 2026). Typically, the flight costs $342–$734.