Cheap flights from Milan to Shanghai
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Milan to Shanghai and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $561 | Gulf Air1 stop18 hrThu, Jun 4 — Wed, Jun 17 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Shanghai is currently $561 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $414 | Finnair, China Southern2 stops32 hrThu, May 14 | The cheapest one-way flight from Milan to Shanghai is currently $414 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $1,020 | Emirates1 stop19 hrThu, Mar 19 — Mon, Mar 23 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Milan to Shanghai is currently $1,020 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $2,258 | Gulf Air1 stop41 hrMon, Jun 8 — Mon, Jun 22 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Milan to Shanghai is currently $2,258 | |
| Fastest flight | 10 hr 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Milan to Shanghai takes 10 hr 55 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Milan to Shanghai per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Shanghai is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
January
Prices in January are usually between $495 and $710.
Popular airlines from Milan to Shanghai
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Milan to Shanghai in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- Air ChinaNonstopTypical price: $1,150–5,6007 weekly nonstop flightsMXP - PVGEvery day114 weekly connecting flightsMXP - PVG, SHAEvery day
- China EasternNonstopTypical price: $640–1,2507 weekly nonstop flightsMXP - PVGEvery day39 weekly connecting flightsMXP - PVG, SHAEvery Wed, Fri, Sun
- Lufthansafrom $641Typical price: $710–1,35046 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - PVGEvery day
- Air Francefrom $882Typical price: $830–1,75044 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - PVGEvery day
- Cathay Pacificfrom $1,144Typical price: $910–1,75042 weekly connecting flightsMXP - PVG, SHAEvery day
- British Airwaysfrom $839Typical price: $920–2,20032 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - PVGEvery day
Popular airports near Milan
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Milan center and popularity with travelers.
- Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)MilanItaly46 min24 mi
- Milan Linate Airport (LIN)MilanItaly29 min4 mi
- Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)MilanItaly54 min29 mi
- Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)VeniceItaly2 hr 58 min153 mi
Popular airports near Shanghai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Shanghai center and popularity with travelers.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)ShanghaiChina44 min20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)ShanghaiChina28 min8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)HangzhouChina2 hr 11 min93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)WuxiChina1 hr 35 min64 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Milan to Shanghai
The cheapest flights from Milan to Shanghai are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $475 to $630.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Gulf Air from $561. The cheapest one-way flight was with Finnair, China Southern from $414.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Milan to Shanghai is $641, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 24.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Milan to Shanghai is $882, flying from May 29 to Jun 11.
- The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Milan to Shanghai is $1,144, flying from May 15 to May 31.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Milan to Shanghai is $839, flying from Jun 7 to Jun 21.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Shanghai starts at $561 from Thu, Jun 4 to Wed, Jun 17. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $414 and departs on Thu, May 14.
10 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Milan to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Milan to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Milan to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Milan to Shanghai.
In terms of nonstop flights, Air China is the most popular. Air China offers 7 nonstop flights and 114 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Other popular airlines flying from Milan to Shanghai are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Air China is the most popular. Air China offers 7 nonstop flights and 114 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Other popular airlines flying from Milan to Shanghai are:
- China Eastern offers 7 nonstop flights and 39 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
- Lufthansa offers 46 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
- Air France offers 44 connecting flights per week. Air France flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
- Cathay Pacific offers 42 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
- British Airways offers 32 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Gulf Air from $561. The cheapest one-way flight was with Finnair, China Southern from $414.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Milan to Shanghai is $641, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 24.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Milan to Shanghai is $882, flying from May 29 to Jun 11.
- The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Milan to Shanghai is $1,144, flying from May 15 to May 31.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Milan to Shanghai is $839, flying from Jun 7 to Jun 21.
Air China and China Eastern fly direct from Milan to Shanghai.
- There are 7 Air China direct flights from Milan to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 China Eastern direct flights from Milan to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Milan and Shanghai at price $1,020 is offered by Emirates from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
Air China and China Eastern fly direct from Milan to Shanghai.
- There are 7 Air China direct flights from Milan to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 China Eastern direct flights from Milan to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Milan to Shanghai on a daily basis.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Milan to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Milan and Shanghai start at $2,258 from Mon, Jun 8 to Mon, Jun 22 with Gulf Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Milan and Shanghai start at $561 from Thu, Jun 4 to Wed, Jun 17.
To book business class trips from Milan to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Milan and Shanghai starts at $1,020 from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23 with Emirates.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Milan and Shanghai at price $1,020 is offered by Emirates from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
To find last-minute flight deals from Milan to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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