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Find cheap flights to Shanghai in 2025/2026 from $753 This is the cheapest return flight found to Shanghai from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on December 14th 2025 at 05:33. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Shanghai and visit sites like The Bund, Yu Garden, Oriental Pearl TV Tower & Nanjing Road.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Shanghai in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Shanghai in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, March is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Shanghai.
You can get flights from $753 return.
According to our data, September is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Shanghai.
A return flight could set you back more than $1,117.
Shanghai, a bustling metropolis on China's eastern coast, seamlessly blends ancient traditions with modern innovation. This vibrant city is a melting pot of cultures, featuring towering skyscrapers, historic temples, and serene gardens. From the iconic Bund waterfront with its colonial architecture to the futuristic skyline of Pudong, Shanghai offers a harmonious juxtaposition of the past and the present. Experience the city's dynamic energy through its lively markets, delectable cuisine, and world-class shopping. Whether you seek historical marvels or cutting-edge entertainment, Shanghai promises a captivating journey through time and culture.
A good price for a flight to Shanghai is $678 - $828.
Popular airports near Shanghai include Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH).
The flight to Shanghai (PVG) is roughly 13 hours 26 minutes and 5,821 miles (9,369 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).
The best way is to compare flights to Shanghai from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
Yes, there are direct flights to Shanghai.
Here is the average weather forecast in Shanghai by month:
• Jan: 8°C
• Feb: 10°C
• Mar: 14°C
• Apr: 20°C
• May: 25°C
• Jun: 28°C
• Jul: 32°C
• Aug: 32°C
• Sep: 28°C
• Oct: 23°C
• Nov: 17°C
• Dec: 11°C
The main airport in Shanghai, Pudong International Airport, is approximately 30 kilometers from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Shanghai 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Shanghai are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
2.9 °C
Sun, 14 Dec 2025
Average Temperature
8°C
Jan
10°C
Feb
14°C
Mar
20°C
Apr
25°C
May
28°C
Jun
32°C
Jul
32°C
Aug
28°C
Sep
23°C
Oct
17°C
Nov
11°C
Dec
Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,821 miles (9,369 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 26 minutes)
Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,071 miles (9,771 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 59 minutes)
Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,039 miles (9,719 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 55 minutes)
Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,031 miles (9,706 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 54 minutes)
Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,124 miles (9,856 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 6 minutes)
Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,956 miles (9,586 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 44 minutes)
Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,025 miles (9,696 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 53 minutes)
Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,980 miles (9,623 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 47 minutes)
Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,885 miles (9,471 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 34 minutes)
Kerikeri, New Zealand - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,700 miles (9,173 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 9 minutes)
Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,666 miles (9,118 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 5 minutes)
New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,899 miles (9,494 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 36 minutes)
Napier/Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,022 miles (9,691 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 52 minutes)
Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,982 miles (9,627 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 47 minutes)
Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,094 miles (9,807 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 2 minutes)
Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,018 miles (9,685 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 52 minutes)
Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,934 miles (9,550 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 41 minutes)
Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,908 miles (9,508 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 37 minutes)
Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,071 miles (9,770 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 59 minutes)
Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
6,016 miles (9,682 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 52 minutes)
Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,743 miles (9,242 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 15 minutes)
From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $753
Depart: 16 Mar 2026 · Return: 25 Mar 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 05:33
From Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $977
Depart: 29 Jan 2026 · Return: 24 Feb 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 22:43
From Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,115
Depart: 27 Apr 2026 · Return: 30 Jun 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 01:47
From New Plymouth (NPL), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,228
Depart: 01 Sep 2026 · Return: 08 Sep 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 23:07
From Napier-Hastings (NPE), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,229
Depart: 27 Jul 2026 · Return: 10 Aug 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 05:12
From Dunedin (DUD), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,327
Depart: 01 Jun 2026 · Return: 14 Jun 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 00:34
From Nelson (NSN), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,344
Depart: 12 Mar 2026 · Return: 18 Mar 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 03:52
From Invercargill (IVC), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,525
Depart: 11 May 2026 · Return: 17 May 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 00:48
From Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,855
Depart: 15 Jan 2026 · Return: 30 Jan 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 04:13
From Palmerston North (PMR), New Zealand to Shanghai, China (PVG): $2,417
Depart: 15 Dec 2025 · Return: 20 Dec 2025 Price found 10 Dec 2025, 20:20
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