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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs151,799. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.Rs81,825 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,825, select.

Istanbul.Rs82,972 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,972, select.

Istanbul.Rs83,591 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,591, select.

Istanbul.Rs84,002 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,002, select.

Istanbul.Rs84,065 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,065, select.

Istanbul.Rs87,196 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,196, select.

Istanbul.Rs87,600 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,600, select.

Istanbul.Rs95,697 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,697, select.

Istanbul.Rs99,795 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,795, select.

Istanbul.Rs99,975 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,975, select.

Istanbul.Rs100,073 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,073, select.

Istanbul.Rs100,480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,480, select.

Istanbul.Rs120,943 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs120,943, select.

Istanbul.Rs129,511 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,511, select.

Istanbul.Rs133,615 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs133,615, select.

Istanbul.Rs141,289 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,289, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul

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Shanghai to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	Rs81,825
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	11 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	28

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul is Rs147,525. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul?

11 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 28 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 49 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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 Istanbul 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Emirates and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

Around 11 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul five hours behind Shanghai.
Flights from PVG to IST start at 00:55 — the first with China Eastern Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:00 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PVG to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PVG and IST:
- Dubai Airport
- Beijing Daxing Airport
- Hamad International Airport

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from PVG.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PVG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

If you're getting in on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near IST:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Istanbul in March.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.