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

China Eastern, Shandong Airlines, and Asiana Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Seoul

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.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Seoul delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% 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 78 minutes.

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

As of April 2026, 46 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Seoul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 58% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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 6% 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 323 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Seoul?

China Eastern, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Seoul from Shanghai according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 48% 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 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.

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 April 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 $336 to $238. The lowest price recently found on this route was $204.

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7:40 pm - 11:50 am

SHA

ICN

15h 10m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:30 am

ICN

SHA

14h 55m

1 stop

$204Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 29

8:10 pm - 11:45 am

PVG

ICN

14h 35m

1 stop

2:55 pm - 7:50 pm

ICN

PVG

29h 55m

1 stop

$206Air China

Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 25

7:40 pm - 11:50 am

SHA

ICN

15h 10m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:30 am

ICN

SHA

14h 55m

1 stop

$210Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Thu, May 28

8:10 pm - 11:45 am

PVG

ICN

14h 35m

1 stop

12:50 pm - 11:00 am

ICN

PVG

23h 10m

1 stop

$211Air China

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22

10:15 am - 9:55 pm

SHA

ICN

10h 40m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 9:20 pm

ICN

SHA

6h 50m

1 stop

$222Shandong Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 12

10:45 am - 10:40 pm

SHA

ICN

10h 55m

1 stop

4:45 pm - 9:10 am

ICN

SHA

17h 25m

1 stop

$224Shandong Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 22

5:05 pm - 7:50 pm

SHA

GMP

1h 45mnonstop

8:50 pm - 9:55 pm

GMP

SHA

2h 05mnonstop

$270China Eastern

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23

6:25 pm - 9:30 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:05 pm

GMP

SHA

2h 05mnonstop

$279Korean Air

Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 10

10:55 am - 2:00 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

8:30 am - 9:45 am

GMP

SHA

2h 15mnonstop

$280Asiana Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Sun, Aug 2

10:55 am - 2:00 pm

SHA

GMP

2h 05mnonstop

8:30 am - 9:45 am

GMP

SHA

2h 15mnonstop

$283Asiana Airlines

Tue, Jun 23 - Thu, Jun 25

Air China flights from Shanghai to Seoul

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Air China

May 18

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

14h 35m

1 stop

ICN11:45 amIncheon Intl

May 25

ICN2:55 pmIncheon Intl

29h 55m

1 stop

PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$206

Air China

Apr 20

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

14h 35m

1 stop

ICN11:45 amIncheon Intl

Apr 22

ICN12:50 pmIncheon Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

PVG11:00 amShanghai Pu Dong

$211

Air China

Jun 26

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

14h 40m

1 stop

ICN11:50 amIncheon Intl

Jul 2

ICN12:45 pmIncheon Intl

7h 05m

1 stop

PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$212

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Spring Airlines

Aug 23

PVG12:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

2h 05m

ICN3:55 pmIncheon Intl

Sep 1

ICN4:55 pmIncheon Intl

2h 10m

PVG6:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$239

Spring Airlines

Aug 2

PVG12:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

2h 05m

ICN3:55 pmIncheon Intl

Aug 7

ICN4:55 pmIncheon Intl

2h 05m

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$252

Spring Airlines

May 21

PVG12:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

2h 05m

ICN3:55 pmIncheon Intl

Aug 2

ICN4:55 pmIncheon Intl

2h 05m

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$263

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ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/12

7:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/29

8:35 pm-10:30 am

1 stop14h 55m

$204

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

8:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/25

2:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$206

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/26

7:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 10m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/28

8:35 pm-10:30 am

1 stop14h 55m

$210

ShanghaiIncheon

PVG - ICN

PVGICN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/20

8:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/22

12:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$211

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/4

10:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/12

3:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$222

ShanghaiIncheon

SHA - ICN

SHAICN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

10:45 am-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/22

4:45 pm-9:10 am

1 stop17h 25m

$224

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ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/19

5:05 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 4/23

8:50 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$270

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/4

6:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 6/10

4:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$279

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/21

10:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 8/2

8:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$280

ShanghaiSeoul

SHA - GMP

SHAGMP

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/23

10:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 6/25

8:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$283

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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 October is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Shanghai averaging around $206.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul from Shanghai. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $414. 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 Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $769.

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 $218 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 $744 per ticket.

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The fastest flight from Shanghai to Seoul takes 1h 50m

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How far is Shanghai to Seoul by plane?
The straight-line distance from Shanghai to Seoul is 537.8 mi. 1h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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 April 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 8.1 510 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,203 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 146 reviews	Search Air China flights

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