China Eastern Airlines
Mo, We, and Fr
starting at $339
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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 Almaty. 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 Almaty ranges from $192 (July 2026) to $2,662 (January 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $498–$517.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Almaty:
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China Eastern Airlines
Mo, We, and Fr
starting at $339
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Almaty, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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05/11/2026
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05/21/2026
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Direct flight
KC282
starting at $330
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05/27/2026
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Direct flight
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starting at $318
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07/30/2026
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Direct flight
KC282
starting at $334
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02/04/2026
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Direct flight
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starting at $316
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02/06/2026
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Direct flight
MU6041
starting at $319
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02/09/2026
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Direct flight
MU6041
starting at $316
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More than 6 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Almaty, including China Eastern Airlines, Air Astana, AirAsia X, Air China, China Southern Airlines, and SCAT. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $184, 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.
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Almaty according to data for the last 48 hours costs $184
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Almaty is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Almaty can be found flying in these months: July, February, March.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Almaty start from 9 hours 35 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Almaty: China Eastern Airlines, Air Astana
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Almaty departs on 06/20/2026, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $184
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Almaty departs on 02/01/2026, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $364
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Almaty takes 9h 35m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
The distance between Shanghai and Almaty is 4110km (2548 miles). The average flight duration is 8h 39m. There are 4 direct flights from Shanghai to Almaty. The time difference between Shanghai and Almaty is 3h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 3:45 PM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 3:45 PM
