The Shanghai — Krasnodar route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including SCAT, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, AirAsia X, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, Etihad Airways, Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, and Mahan Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $406. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s principal long‑haul hub, typically handling most intercontinental flights and flag carriers alongside major international airlines. Located roughly 30–40 km east of downtown, it can be reached by the Maglev high‑speed link (about an 8‑minute ride from Longyang Road, plus transfer time; fares are usually modest), Metro Line 2 (around 40–60 minutes to central districts), airport shuttle buses, or taxis and ride‑shares (journeys often take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic; fares can be higher than inner‑city trips). PVG’s modern terminals and wide route network make international connections convenient, but distance from the centre and longer transfer times can add cost and complexity.
Krasnodar is served mainly by Pashkovsky (KRR), the region’s primary international and domestic gateway that typically handles a mix of full-service and low-cost Russian carriers alongside seasonal charter flights. The airport sits roughly 10–15 km from the city centre, so transfers are usually quick: local buses and minibuses take around 30–50 minutes for a modest fare, shared airport shuttles or fixed-route coaches about 25–40 minutes for a mid-range cost, while taxis commonly take 20–35 minutes depending on traffic and can be pricier. Pros include a compact, recently updated terminal and good regional connections; cons can be peak-season crowding and fewer late-night services.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Krasnodar is $406 (November 2026), while the maximum is $504 (March 2027). On average, a ticket costs $452–$467.
