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

$77

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 5m

04/07/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 04/07/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $77

Cheapest round trip flight

$139

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 20m

04/09/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 04/09/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $139

The fastest flight

1h 35m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

1h 58m

Direct flights count

143

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Shanghai and Seoul is 866km (537 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 58m. There are 143 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 $77 (April 2026), while the maximum is $136 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $100–$104.

April 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$77

October 2026

Highest price

on average:

$136

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The Shanghai — Seoul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 10 in total, including Spring Airlines, Eastar Jet, Air China, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $77. 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.

Starting at $77

Starting at $95

Starting at $98

Starting at $103

Starting at $108

Starting at $123

Starting at $126

China Southern Airlines

Starting at $143

Shanghai Airlines

Starting at $179

China Eastern Airlines

Starting at $192

Direct Flights from Shanghai to Seoul

A direct 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

04/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $77

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $78

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

03/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $93

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

05/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

03/31/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

05/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

06/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $95

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Seoul:

Eastar Jet

Every day

Starting at $106

Korean Air

Every day

Starting at $136

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $181

Asiana Airlines

Every day

Starting at $132

Spring Airlines

Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

Starting at $108

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

Starting at $181

China Southern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $156

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

•

PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

•

SHA

14km

•

Seoul airports overview

Gimpo International Airport

•

GMP

16km

Incheon International Airport

•

ICN

49km

•

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $77

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: April, March, May.

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

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Seoul start from 1 hour 35 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

August 27

Spring Airlines

$111

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$77

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 5m

04/07/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 04/07/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $77

Cheapest round trip flight

$139

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 20m

04/09/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Seoul departs on 04/09/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $139

The fastest flight

1h 35m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

1h 58m

Direct flights count

143

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

Starting at $77

Starting at $95

Starting at $98

Starting at $103

Starting at $108

Starting at $123

Starting at $126

China Southern Airlines

Starting at $143

Shanghai Airlines

Starting at $179

China Eastern Airlines

Starting at $192

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $77

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $78

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

03/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $93

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

05/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

03/31/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

05/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

04/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $94

Shanghai — Seoul

SHA — SEL

06/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8559

Starting at $95

Eastar Jet

Every day

Starting at $106

Korean Air

Every day

Starting at $136

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $181

Asiana Airlines

Every day

Starting at $132

Spring Airlines

Su, Tu, Th, and Fr

Starting at $108

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

Starting at $181

China Southern Airlines

Every day

Starting at $156

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Seoul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $77

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: April, March, May.

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

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Seoul start from 1 hour 35 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

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Seoul Starting at $77

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul

Cheapest one way flight

$77

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 5m

04/07/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$139

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 20m

04/09/2026

The fastest flight

1h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

1h 58m

Direct flights count

143

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

Airfare from Shanghai to Seoul by month

April 2026

on average:

$77

October 2026

on average:

$136

Airlines operating on route

Direct 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

$77

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

2h 5m

04/07/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$139

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

4h 20m

04/09/2026

The fastest flight

1h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

8:00 AM

Latest flight

2:50 AM

Average flight duration

1h 58m

Direct flights count

143

Distance

866km

Timezone difference

1h

April 2026

on average:

$77