Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Seoul

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul

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 Seoul. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$93

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

1h 50m

10/27/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 10/27/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $93

Cheapest round trip flight

$216

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 10m

11/19/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 11/19/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $216

The fastest flight

1h 40m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1h 40m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

2h

Direct flights count

142

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Shanghai and Seoul is 866km (537 miles). The average flight duration is 2h. There are 142 direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul. The time difference between Shanghai and Seoul is 1h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 8:00 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 2:50 AM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Shanghai to Seoul by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Seoul is $93 (October 2026), while the maximum is $144 (May 2027). On average, a ticket costs $124–$135.

October 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$93

May 2027

Highest price

on average:

$144

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Prices on the Shanghai — Seoul route are unpredictable: costs change from month to month with no clear pattern. Still, even here some periods are more affordable than others.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is October 2026–November 2026 — averaging $95. The most expensive is April 2027–May 2027 ($140). The difference reaches 32%.

Best time to buy

With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is October 2026–November 2026, where you can save up to 32%.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 14.1%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Airlines operating on route

The Shanghai — Seoul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 10 in total, including Spring Airlines, Eastar Jet, Asiana Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Air China, Korean Air, Shandong Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $93. 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.

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Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Seoul

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Seoul, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $93

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $96

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $104

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $104

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/01/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $110

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $112

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $112

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul

The majority of the 7 airlines on the Shanghai — Seoul route fly daily, while some operate only on certain days: Asiana Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air, Shanghai Airlines, and China Southern Airlines fly every day. Eastar Jet flies every day except Monday and Tuesday. Spring Airlines only flies on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Asiana Airlines

Every day

starting at $180

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

starting at $216

Korean Air

Every day

starting at $159

Spring Airlines

Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

starting at $132

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

starting at $219

Eastar Jet

Su, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $135

China Southern Airlines

Every day

starting at $243

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Seoul airports overview

Gimpo International Airport

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GMP

16km

Incheon International Airport

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ICN

49km

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Seoul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $93

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Seoul?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Seoul is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Seoul can be found flying in these months: October, November, January.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Seoul start from 1 hour 40 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Seoul?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Seoul: Spring Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Seoul

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.

Shanghai — Seoul

June 16

Spring Airlines

$122

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$93

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

1h 50m

10/27/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 10/27/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $93

Cheapest round trip flight

$216

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 10m

11/19/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 11/19/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $216

The fastest flight

1h 40m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1h 40m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

2h

Direct flights count

142

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $93

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $96

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $104

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $104

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/01/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $109

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $110

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

11/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $112

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

10/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

starting at $112

Asiana Airlines

Every day

starting at $180

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

starting at $216

Korean Air

Every day

starting at $159

Spring Airlines

Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

starting at $132

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

starting at $219

Eastar Jet

Su, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $135

China Southern Airlines

Every day

starting at $243

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Seoul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $93

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Seoul?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Seoul is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Seoul can be found flying in these months: October, November, January.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Seoul start from 1 hour 40 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Seoul?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Seoul: Spring Airlines

Price dynamics

Prices on the Shanghai — Seoul route are unpredictable: costs change from month to month with no clear pattern. Still, even here some periods are more affordable than others.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is October 2026–November 2026 — averaging $95. The most expensive is April 2027–May 2027 ($140). The difference reaches 32%.

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 14.1%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Seoul — $93

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul

Cheapest one way flight

$93

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

1h 50m

10/27/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$216

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 10m

11/19/2026

The fastest flight

1h 40m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

2h

Direct flights count

142

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

Airfare from Shanghai to Seoul by month

October 2026

on average:

$93

May 2027

on average:

$144

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Seoul

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Seoul airports overview

Gimpo International Airport

Incheon International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Seoul

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$93

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

1h 50m

10/27/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$216

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 10m

11/19/2026

The fastest flight

1h 40m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

2h

Direct flights count

142

Distance

866km