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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs107,753 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs107,753, select.
Shanghai.Rs111,063 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs111,063, select.
Shanghai.Rs112,339 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,339, select.
Shanghai.Rs112,799 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,799, select.
Shanghai.Rs114,516 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs114,516, select.
Shanghai.Rs125,743 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs125,743, select.
Shanghai.Rs127,020 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,020, select.
Shanghai.Rs136,821 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs136,821, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs154,786
Jun
from Rs107,753
Jul
from Rs140,076
Aug
from Rs125,743
Sep
from Rs112,799
Oct
from Rs114,516
Nov
from Rs112,339
Dec
from Rs111,063
Jan
from Rs139,594
Feb
from Rs136,821
Mar
from Rs127,020
Apr
from Rs139,594

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai

Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Helsinki to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs107,753
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineJuneyao Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai is Rs165,850. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai.
Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern and Finnair fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai.
As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from Rs165,850.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Shanghai on Friday, 12 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Lufthansa and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai.

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is six hours ahead of Helsinki.

  • The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. Finnair offers a 00:40 departure between HEL and PVG.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your HEL to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at HEL and travel straight to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai tickets.

  • Juneyao Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from HEL to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near HEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai flight is Rs107,753. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs165,850. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HEL to Shanghai.

  • May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from HEL to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your HEL to Shanghai flight:

  • Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, so you can drive off in a flash.

  • Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Shanghai in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HEL to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Helsinki to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.