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£261 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Shanghai (SHA)

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  • Find the cheapest flights on Expedia from Istanbul (IST) to Shanghai (SHA). Flight ticket prices change frequently based on availability and demand. We send price-drop alerts to make air travel simple and flexible. The lowest one-way fare found on Expedia for this route in the past 7 days starts at £261 for travel on 24 December 2026.

    Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Shanghai (IST-SHA)

    Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £261 for one-way flights and £424 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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    Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 7 Dec from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Sat, 2 Jan, priced at £424 Found 4 days ago

    Mon, 7 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan · IST · PVG · From £424 · Return

    Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Fri, 25 Dec from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Mon, 4 Jan, priced at £433 Found 4 hours ago

    Fri, 25 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan · IST · SHA · From £433 · Return

    Select JSC Aircompany SCAT flight, departing Mon, 7 Dec from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Fri, 1 Jan, priced at £476 Found 4 days ago

    Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan · IST · PVG · From £476 · Return

    Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 1 Dec from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Mon, 14 Dec, priced at £499 Found 4 days ago

    Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec · IST · SHA · From £499 · Return

    Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, 6 Apr from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Fri, 16 Apr, priced at £512 Found 4 days ago

    Tue, 6 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr · IST · PVG · From £512 · Return

    Select Air China flight, departing Wed, 9 Dec from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Fri, 1 Jan, priced at £529 Found 4 days ago

    Wed, 9 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan · IST · PVG · From £529 · Return

    Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, 16 Mar from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Mon, 22 Mar, priced at £531 Found 19 hours ago

    Tue, 16 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar · IST · PVG · From £531 · Return

    Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, 11 Jan from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Tue, 19 Jan, priced at £534 Found 2 days ago

    Mon, 11 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan · IST · PVG · From £534 · Return

    Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 6 Jan from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Mon, 18 Jan, priced at £535 Found 6 days ago

    Wed, 6 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan · IST · PVG · From £535 · Return

    Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, 6 Apr from Istanbul to Shanghai, returning Fri, 16 Apr, priced at £547 Found 4 days ago

    Tue, 6 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr · SAW · PVG · From £547 · Return

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    For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Istanbul to Shanghai. Operating between them flights per day, 11 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Hongqiao Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Istanbul to Hongqiao Intl..

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    Grab a great deal on your flight from Istanbul (IST) to Hongqiao Intl. (SHA)

    The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Istanbul to Shanghai today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Istanbul to Hongqiao Intl. start at just £424 and range up to £547.

    To find an even better deal, try

    • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
    • looking for other airports near Istanbul and Shanghai
    • booking your flight during December, the cheapest month on this route
    • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper

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    Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much is a flight from Istanbul Airport to SHA?

    Round-trip tickets from IST to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport start from £424. This price is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

    Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from IST to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?

    We get that life can throw the odd curveball, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.

    Can I fly from IST to SHA right now?

    To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from IST to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.

    How do I find cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) that have flexible change policies?

    Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Istanbul Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.

    How far is the flight from Istanbul Airport to SHA?

    You'll have 8,000 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Arnavutkoy to China route. Dress in comfy clothes and consider taking a neck pillow with you.

    Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to SHA?

    Direct flights aren't available, so you'll need to make at least one stop between Istanbul Airport and Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA). Use the layover time to stretch your legs and take a break.

    Are Istanbul Airport to SHA flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?

    Last-minute planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from IST to SHA arising a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices that far in advance.

    Travel information

    Origin airportIstanbul Airport
    Destination airportHongqiao International Airport
    Distance4,959 miles away
    Airlines servingChina Southern Airlines, Air China, Lufthansa, China Eastern Airlines
    Popular airlineChina Southern Airlines
    Return price£424

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