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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs91,772 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,772, select.
Shanghai.Rs92,911 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Madrid on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs92,911, select.
Shanghai.Rs93,509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs93,509, select.
Shanghai.Rs96,965 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,965, select.
Shanghai.Rs97,005 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,005, select.
Shanghai.Rs99,111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,111, select.
Shanghai.Rs99,161 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,161, select.
Shanghai.Rs99,178 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,178, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from Rs92,730
Sep
from Rs91,007
Oct
from Rs96,157
Nov
from Rs92,137
Dec
from Rs98,351
Jan
from Rs98,285
Feb
from Rs98,335
Mar
from Rs96,196
Apr
from Rs132,128
May
from Rs129,703
Jun
from Rs135,746
Jul
from Rs139,351

Direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai

Alternative Madrid to Shanghai routes

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

Madrid to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs91,772
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAerolineas Argentinas
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Madrid 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 Madrid to Shanghai is Rs161,915. 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.
12 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Shanghai.
Aerolineas Argentinas and China Eastern fly direct from Madrid to Shanghai.
As of August 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Madrid to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Madrid 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 Rs161,915.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 54 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 27°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, British Airways and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.

  • With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Catch China Eastern Airlines's 10:30 flight to get your trip from MAD to PVG underway.

  • For a relaxed start to your MAD to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai ticket. Start your journey at MAD and end it at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Check out the deals with China Eastern Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from MAD to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The journey from central Madrid to MAD takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAD:

  • 78.23% of flights that depart Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Shanghai

  • Rs91,772 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai flight. A return ticket right now is Rs161,915. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before your departure date. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MAD to Shanghai.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MAD to Shanghai couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a new discount appears.

  • Find a cheap flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.

  • After stepping off your MAD to Shanghai flight, unwind at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Line up the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and set off on your adventure right away.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before securing your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Shanghai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without seeing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

Plan the rest of your trip from Madrid to Shanghai

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