Qatar Airways
Every day
starting at $523
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 Doha. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Doha vary: minimum — $356 (October 2026), maximum — $428 (August 2026). Typically, the flight costs $394–$415.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Doha, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Shanghai to Doha is Qatar Airways. Flights operate every day.
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Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.
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.
On the Shanghai — Doha route, ticket prices are stable. Whichever month you choose, the difference will be minimal.
There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in September 2026–October 2026 (averaging $386) and slightly more in August 2026–September 2026 ($422). But overall, the difference is small.
On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 8%. Book whenever it's convenient.
Monthly price variation is just 7.3%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.
Qatar Airways
Every day
starting at $523
Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers alongside some higher-end regional airlines; it’s generally perceived as mid- to upper-range in fares compared with domestic options. Pudong lies about 30–45 km east of the city center, reachable by the Maglev-plus-metro or direct metro line (45–70 minutes, usually CNY 8–50 including transfers) and by taxi or ride-hails (45–70 minutes, fares typically higher). Pros: extensive international connections, modern facilities and lounges; cons: longer transfer times to central Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) acts as the domestic and regional gateway, favored by low-cost and domestic full-service airlines for short-haul flights. Located roughly 10–15 km west of downtown, Hongqiao is very close to the city’s rail hub and metro network (15–30 minutes to central areas, fares often CNY 3–10), making it convenient and typically cheaper for internal links. Pros: quick access to central Shanghai and high-speed rail; cons: fewer intercontinental services and smaller international connectivity.
Shanghai — Doha
08/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR871
starting at $540
Shanghai — Doha
08/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $764
Shanghai — Doha
08/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $851
Shanghai — Doha
08/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $534
Shanghai — Doha
08/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $554
Shanghai — Doha
09/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $519
Shanghai — Doha
09/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $538
Shanghai — Doha
10/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $475
Shanghai — Doha
10/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR871
starting at $475
Shanghai — Doha
10/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
QR869
starting at $433
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The route Shanghai — Doha is served by many carriers — 10 in total, including Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Air India, China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, VietjetAir, Hong Kong Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Spring Airlines, and Thai Vietjet Air. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $339) 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.
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Doha according to data for the last 48 hours costs $339
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Doha is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Doha can be found flying in these months: October, July, September.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Doha start from 8 hours 50 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Doha: Qatar Airways
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Doha departs on 11/25/2026, is operated by Etihad Airways and costs $339
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Doha
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Doha takes 8h 50m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shanghai and Doha is 6769km (4197 miles). There are 16 direct flights from Shanghai to Doha. The time difference between Shanghai and Doha is 5h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 6:50 PM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 12:35 AM
Hamad International Airport (DOH) is Qatar’s main international gateway and a full-service hub for long-haul and regional travel, commonly serving premium carriers alongside national airline operations. It’s located about 15–20 km southeast of downtown Doha, with a typical road transfer taking roughly 20–30 minutes depending on traffic; taxis and ride-hailing are common and can be moderately priced, while the Doha Metro’s Red Line provides a faster, budget-friendly link with journey times around 20–25 minutes. DOH generally offers a high level of passenger amenities and efficient connections, though peak hours can mean longer queues and additional walking between terminals. For budget-focused travellers, domestic flights are limited, so prices can be higher compared with regional low-cost airports.
