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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 Shanghai to Cairo. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
The cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Cairo ranges from $355 (October 2026) to $549 (February 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $404–$749.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Cairo, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Shanghai to Cairo is EgyptAir. Flights operate on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
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Prices on the Shanghai — Cairo route are consistently going up. From October 2026 to February 2027, tickets went from $355 to $549 — a 55% increase. This trend is worth considering when planning your trip.
The most significant price increase was from October 2026 to February 2027 — up 55%. The best time to fly is October 2026–November 2026, when the average price is $360. In January 2027–February 2027, tickets cost around $462.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in October 2026–November 2026 can save you up to 22% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 18.1%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.
More than 9 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Cairo, including EgyptAir, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Gulf Air, AirAsia X, Sichuan Airlines, VietjetAir, Etihad Airways, and Emirates. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $367, 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.
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Shanghai — Cairo
10/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $1,423
Shanghai — Cairo
11/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $1,122
Shanghai — Cairo
11/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU223
starting at $758
Shanghai — Cairo
11/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $712
Shanghai — Cairo
11/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU223
starting at $592
Shanghai — Cairo
11/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $852
Shanghai — Cairo
11/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU223
starting at $1,410
Shanghai — Cairo
11/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $987
Shanghai — Cairo
11/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU223
starting at $867
Shanghai — Cairo
11/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MS952
starting at $587
EgyptAir
Su, Tu, Th, and Sa
starting at $375
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Cairo according to data for the last 48 hours costs $367
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Cairo is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Cairo can be found flying in these months: October, November, January.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Cairo start from 17 hours 5 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Cairo: EgyptAir, China Eastern Airlines
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Cairo departs on 11/25/2026, is operated by Juneyao Airlines and costs $367
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Cairo
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Cairo takes 17h 5m
All airports
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shanghai and Cairo is 8354km (5179 miles). The average flight duration is 15h 45m. There are 14 direct flights from Shanghai to Cairo. The time difference between Shanghai and Cairo is 6h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 11:55 PM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 2:00 AM
