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Fly nonstop from Shanghai to Istanbul for the quickest, most convenient way to bridge East and West — arrive faster and skip the hassle of layovers. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a direct flight saves valuable time and offers a more comfortable, stress-free journey to explore Turkey’s vibrant culture.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Istanbul:
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The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Istanbul departs on 01/12/2026, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $268
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Istanbul departs on 12/01/2025, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $493
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Istanbul takes 17h 45m
There are no direct flights on this route.
The distance between Shanghai and Istanbul is 7998km (4959 miles). The average flight duration is 13h 10m. There are 17 direct flights from Shanghai to Istanbul. The time difference between Shanghai and Istanbul is 5h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 10:10 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 1:20 AM
The route Shanghai — Istanbul is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines, China Southern Airlines, AirAsia X, Spring Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Gulf Air, Air China, SCAT, Cathay Pacific, Xiamen Airlines, and Qatar Airways. 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.
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Shanghai — Istanbul
10/19/2025
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Direct flight
MU703
Starting at $1,450
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/21/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TK27
Starting at $625
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/21/2025
Departure
Direct flight
MU703
Starting at $507
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/23/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TK27
Starting at $2,205
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/23/2025
Departure
Direct flight
MU703
Starting at $516
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/25/2025
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Direct flight
TK27
Starting at $2,489
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/25/2025
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Direct flight
MU703
Starting at $968
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/27/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TK281
Starting at $921
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/28/2025
Departure
Direct flight
TK27
Starting at $946
Shanghai — Istanbul
10/28/2025
Departure
Direct flight
MU703
Starting at $485
China Eastern Airlines
Su, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
Starting at $349
Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is the city’s primary international hub, typically handling most long-haul and intercontinental flights and hosting full-service carriers alongside some international low-cost airlines. It’s about 30–50 km east of downtown Shanghai; travellers usually reach the city center by maglev plus metro (~40–60 minutes, moderate fares for the maglev), direct metro line (~60–70 minutes, low fares), or taxi (~45–70 minutes, fares can be moderate to high depending on traffic). Pudong’s strengths are extensive international connectivity and modern facilities, while its distance can mean longer transfer times and higher transit costs. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) functions mainly as a domestic and regional airport, catering to business and short-haul travellers with many domestic carriers and a few regional internationals. Located roughly 13–20 km west of the city center, it’s commonly accessed by metro (~20–30 minutes, low fares), suburban rail or taxi (~20–35 minutes, modest fares). Hongqiao is convenient for quick business trips and shorter transit times, though its international connections are more limited compared with Pudong.
Istanbul is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) functions as the city’s primary international hub, handling long-haul and many full-service carriers as well as some low-cost airlines; it is about 40–50 km northwest of the historic center and can take around 40–60 minutes by taxi or 45–80 minutes by public transport depending on traffic. Transfers include metro/rail links, airport shuttles and intercity buses with fares typically ranging from modest to mid-tier. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is positioned as a secondary airport on the Asian side and is often used by low-cost and regional carriers; it sits roughly 35–45 km from central Istanbul and journeys usually last 45–75 minutes by road. SAW is served by express buses, shared shuttles and a suburban rail link in some directions, with generally lower ground-transport fares but sometimes longer transfer times. Pros: IST offers comprehensive international connections and modern facilities; SAW can be cheaper and closer for eastern neighborhoods. Cons: both can be affected by Istanbul traffic and may require extra time for transfers and check-in.
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Gulf Air
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $268
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: October, December, November.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Istanbul start from 17 hours 45 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Istanbul: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Istanbul vary: minimum — $267 (October 2025), maximum — $469 (February 2026). Typically, the flight costs $323–$561.