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Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong

Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Milan to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs78,649
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong is Rs156,767. 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.
11 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Air China and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 23 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 Pudong 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.
Currently, Hainan Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai seven hours ahead of Milan.

  • Flights from MXP to PVG start from 11:30 — the first with Air China. The last departure is at 12:30 with Air China. Overall, there are ten weekly Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your MXP to PVG flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Air China is your gateway to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.

  • Air China is the most punctual carrier operating MXP to PVG flights. A reliable 92.98% of its departures on this route arrive on time.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MXP and PVG:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • Brussels Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Rs78,649 is the lowest price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs156,767. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from MXP to PVG by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from MXP to PVG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MXP:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MXP to PVG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

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