Cheap Flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$167

Rossiya Airlines

3 layovers

1d 9h 50m

11/25/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai departs on 11/25/2026, is operated by Rossiya Airlines and costs $167

Cheapest round trip flight

$400

S7 Airlines

1 layover

1d 21h 45m

11/26/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai departs on 11/26/2026, is operated by S7 Airlines and costs $400

The fastest flight

13h 15m

Fastest flight from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai takes 13h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:20 PM

Latest flight

9:05 PM

Average flight duration

11h 15m

Direct flights count

10

Distance

7101km

Timezone difference

5h

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Shanghai is 7101km (4403 miles). The average flight duration is 11h 15m. There are 10 direct flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai. The time difference between Saint Petersburg and Shanghai is 5h. Flights from Saint Petersburg begin at 6:20 PM. The latest flight from Saint Petersburg departs at 9:05 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai by month

The cost of a one-way flight from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai ranges from $281 (January 2027) to $522 (July 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $331–$368.

January 2027

Lowest price

on average:

$281

July 2027

Highest price

on average:

$522

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Prices on the Saint Petersburg — Shanghai route are unpredictable: costs change from month to month with no clear pattern. Still, even here some periods are more affordable than others.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is December 2026–January 2027 — averaging $284. The most expensive is June 2027–July 2027 ($509). The difference reaches 44%.

Best time to buy

With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is December 2026–January 2027, where you can save up to 44%.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 22%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Airlines operating on route

More than 12 airlines operate flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai, including China Eastern Airlines, Rossiya Airlines, Pobeda, S7 Airlines, Aeroflot, Hainan Airlines, SCAT, NordStar, Valuair, Sichuan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, and Turkish Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $167, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $451

starting at $167

starting at $180

starting at $213

starting at $317

starting at $323

starting at $377

starting at $431

starting at $438

starting at $453

starting at $464

starting at $499

Non-stop flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

06/02/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $547

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

09/13/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $547

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

09/25/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $547

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

09/23/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $545

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

09/27/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $546

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

05/12/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $547

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

04/27/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $549

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

05/19/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $549

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

05/31/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $549

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

LED — SHA

06/24/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU260

starting at $549

Schedule of direct flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai

The only airline operating direct flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai is China Eastern Airlines. Flights operate on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

China Eastern Airlines

Mo, Tu, and Th

starting at $469

Saint Petersburg airports overview

Pulkovo Airport

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LED

15km

Serves Saint Petersburg, Russia, with domestic and international flights and regular bus, taxi, and shuttle connections to the city center.

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Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $167

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Saint Petersburg — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: January, November, December.

How long does it take to fly from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai?

The fastest flights from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai start from 13 hours 15 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Saint Petersburg — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Saint Petersburg to Shanghai

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Saint Petersburg — Shanghai

novembro 5

China Southern Airlines

$176

Alternative routes

Cherepovets ➜ Shanghai•Helsinki ➜ Shanghai•Jyvaskyla ➜ Shanghai•Kuopio ➜ Shanghai•Petrozavodsk ➜ Shanghai•Pskov ➜ Shanghai•Tallinn ➜ Shanghai•Tampere ➜ Shanghai•Saint Petersburg ➜ Changzhou•Saint Petersburg ➜ Hangzhou•Saint Petersburg ➜ Zhoushan•Saint Petersburg ➜ Ningbo•Saint Petersburg ➜ Nanjing•Saint Petersburg ➜ Nantong•Saint Petersburg ➜ Wuxi•Saint Petersburg ➜ Yiwu•Saint Petersburg ➜ Yancheng•Saint Petersburg ➜ Yangzhou

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