Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Shanghai — $434

The route Bucharest — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Ryanair, Qatar Airways, Pegasus Airlines, LC Busre SAC, and Aegean Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $434) 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.

Bucharest is served mainly by Henri Coandă International (OTP), the primary international hub located about 18–20 km north of the city centre, and Aurel Vlaicu (Băneasa) Airport (BBU), a smaller airport closer to the north edge of town. OTP typically handles full-service carriers and many international connections, while BBU can be used for some budget and business charters. Travel time from Henri Coandă to central Bucharest is usually 30–50 minutes by car or taxi (fares often range from local flat rates to moderate taxi charges) and about 40–60 minutes by express train or bus with low to moderate fares; Băneasa is roughly 10–20 minutes by car and is often reachable by local buses. Pros: OTP offers a wide choice of long-haul and European flights and more passenger services; Băneasa can be quicker to reach from northern districts. Cons: Both can be busy during peak times and road traffic can lengthen transfers, and budget flights may operate from the smaller terminal with limited amenities.

Shanghai is served mainly by two major airports with distinct roles. Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers as well as cargo; it’s located about 30–45 km east of downtown Pudong, typically a 40–60 minute drive or a 45–60 minute Maglev + metro trip with fares generally ranging from moderate to higher depending on mode. Hongqiao (SHA) functions more as a domestic and regional gateway favored by budget and full-service airlines for short-haul flights; it sits roughly 13 km west of central Shanghai, often 20–40 minutes by taxi or 30–40 minutes by metro with relatively low fares. PVG can be more spacious and geared toward international connections but may require longer transfers, while SHA is often more convenient for quick city access and transfers to rail links, albeit with fewer long-haul options.

In different months, ticket prices from Bucharest to Shanghai vary: minimum — $397 (June 2026), maximum — $509 (August 2026). Typically, the flight costs $453–$509.