What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to Seoul?

Air China, Eastar Jet, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Seoul

How often are flights from Shanghai to Seoul delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Shanghai and Seoul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 76 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Seoul flights?

According to our data, Korean Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Seoul on average per week?

The number of flights available between Shanghai and Seoul is 345 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Seoul on average per day?

As of March 2026, 49 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Seoul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 51% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Seoul?

Asiana Airlines, China Eastern and Korean Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Seoul from Shanghai according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Seoul. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Seoul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Seoul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Seoul?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Seoul are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Seoul?

There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Seoul as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Seoul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Seoul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seoul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Seoul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $184 to $312. The lowest price recently found on this route was $174.

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8:10 pm - 11:50 am

PVG

ICN

14h 40m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 10:25 am

ICN

PVG

14h 10m

1 stop

$174Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3

11:55 am - 11:45 am

PVG

ICN

22h 50m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 10:25 am

ICN

PVG

14h 10m

1 stop

$175Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 8

7:55 am - 10:00 pm

SHA

ICN

13h 05m

1 stop

12:45 pm - 6:35 pm

ICN

SHA

6h 50m

1 stop

$177Air China

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

7:35 am - 9:40 pm

PVG

ICN

13h 05m

1 stop

12:45 pm - 6:50 pm

ICN

PVG

7h 05m

1 stop

$179Air China

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

PVG

ICN

14h 40m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 10:25 am

ICN

PVG

14h 10m

1 stop

$184Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 15 - Sun, May 17

9:40 pm - 10:40 pm

PVG

ICN

24h 00m

1 stop

4:45 pm - 9:15 pm

ICN

PVG

5h 30m

1 stop

$194Shandong Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10

10:45 am - 9:15 pm

SHA

ICN

9h 30m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 9:10 am

ICN

SHA

11h 15m

1 stop

$194Shandong Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10

10:55 am - 2:00 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

8:30 am - 9:45 am

GMP

SHA

2h 15mnonstop

$260Asiana Airlines

Sun, Jun 21 - Mon, Jun 22

10:55 am - 2:00 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

8:30 am - 9:45 am

GMP

SHA

2h 15mnonstop

$261Asiana Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 24

6:25 pm - 9:30 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:05 pm

GMP

SHA

2h 05mnonstop

$267Korean Air

Tue, Jun 23 - Fri, Jun 26

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Air China

Apr 14

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 05m

1 stop

ICN10:00 pmIncheon Intl

Apr 21

ICN12:45 pmIncheon Intl

6h 50m

1 stop

SHA6:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$177

Air China

Apr 14

PVG7:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

13h 05m

1 stop

ICN9:40 pmIncheon Intl

Apr 21

ICN12:45 pmIncheon Intl

7h 05m

1 stop

PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$179

Air China

Jun 23

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

22h 55m

1 stop

ICN11:50 amIncheon Intl

Jun 26

ICN2:25 pmIncheon Intl

6h 40m

1 stop

PVG8:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$193

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Shandong Airlines

May 7

PVG9:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

24h 00m

1 stop

ICN10:40 pmIncheon Intl

May 10

ICN4:45 pmIncheon Intl

5h 30m

1 stop

PVG9:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$194

Shandong Airlines

Apr 17

PVG9:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

24h 00m

1 stop

ICN10:40 pmIncheon Intl

Apr 22

ICN4:45 pmIncheon Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

PVG10:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

$195

Shandong Airlines

Apr 17

PVG9:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

25h 10m

1 stop

ICN11:50 pmIncheon Intl

Apr 22

ICN4:45 pmIncheon Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

PVG10:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

$196

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PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop14h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 6/3

9:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 10m

$174

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/3

11:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop22h 50m

Incheon Intl

Mon 6/8

9:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 10m

$175

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

7:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/21

12:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$177

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

7:35 am-9:40 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/21

12:45 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$179

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop14h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/17

9:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 10m

$184

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/7

9:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/10

4:45 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$194

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/7

10:45 am-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/10

10:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop11h 15m

$194

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/21

10:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 6/22

8:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$260

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/7

10:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 5/24

8:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$261

Quickest round-trip

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/23

6:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 6/26

4:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$267

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Seoul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of December is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Shanghai averaging around $205.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Seoul?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul from Shanghai. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $386. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Seoul is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $768.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Seoul?

Flying to Seoul from Shanghai in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $202 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $710 per ticket.

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The straight-line distance from Shanghai to Seoul is 537.8 mi. 1h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Seoul as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Seoul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Seoul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Seoul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seoul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 506 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $164	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,202 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 141 reviews	Search Air China flights

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