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Flight deals from Vientiane to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vientiane Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs80,660. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs38,638 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,638, select.
Shanghai.Rs44,299 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,299, select.
Shanghai.Rs44,437 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,437, select.
Shanghai.Rs44,598 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,598, select.
Shanghai.Rs45,129 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,129, select.
Shanghai.Rs45,197 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,197, select.
Shanghai.Rs45,622 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vientiane on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,622, select.
Shanghai.Rs45,725 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,725, select.
Shanghai.Rs46,260 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,260, select.
Shanghai.Rs46,498 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,498, select.
Shanghai.Rs52,664 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,664, select.
Shanghai.Rs52,809 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,809, select.
Shanghai.Rs53,099 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,099, select.
Shanghai.Rs53,238 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Vientiane on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,238, select.
Shanghai.Rs54,574 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Vientiane on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,574, select.
Shanghai.Rs54,825 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Vientiane on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,825, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vientiane to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from Rs38,440
Jul
from Rs44,898
Aug
from Rs44,965
Sep
from Rs44,370
Oct
from Rs44,209
Nov
from Rs44,072
Dec
from Rs45,388
Jan
from Rs54,294
Feb
from Rs55,101
Mar
from Rs85,856
Apr
from Rs54,544
May
from Rs118,574

Direct flights from Vientiane to Shanghai

Alternative Vientiane to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
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from Rs38,440
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
from Rs38,443
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Vientiane to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs38,440
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Vientiane 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 Vientiane to Shanghai is Rs74,829. 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.
3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Vientiane to Shanghai.
China Eastern flies direct from Vientiane to Shanghai.
As of June 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Vientiane to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Vientiane to Shanghai is usually June.
If you're flying from Vientiane 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 Rs74,829.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vientiane Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 23°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, China Southern and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai is 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Vientiane Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is one hour ahead of Vientiane.

  • Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. When booking your flight, you can select from five services every week between VTE and PVG.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your VTE to Shanghai flight.

  • During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

  • Direct Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be touching down.

  • China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Travelling from central Vientiane to VTE takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel near VTE? If you're boarding an early flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 76% of flights taking off from Vientiane Wattay International Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Shanghai

  • Rs38,638 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs74,829. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from VTE to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight from VTE to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a new discount appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. After your flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • The journey will take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your VTE to Shanghai flight:

  • Usually, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from SHA once you know your travel dates.

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

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VTE to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Puyang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No trip is complete without dropping by Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vientiane to Shanghai

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