The cheapest one-way ticket from Zurich to Shanghai found recently is 361€, on 23 Nov (November 2026, 2 stops). The most expensive month is December 2026, from 499€. Round trips start at 623€, in January 2027. No direct flights were seen lately; the quickest connection takes 13h 50m. Airlines on this route: Etihad Airways, Vueling, Pegasus Airlines, Condor, German Airways, Air India.
Lowest fare by month
| Month | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 361€23 Nov · 2 stops | 733€14 Nov–21 Nov · 1 stop |
| December 2026 | 499€28 Dec · 2 stops | 917€19 Dec–27 Dec · 3 stops |
| January 2027 | 398€14 Jan · 3 stops | 623€16 Jan–30 Jan · 1 stop |
| February 2027 | — | 636€4 Feb–11 Feb · 1 stop |
| April 2027 | — | 636€12 Apr–22 Apr · 1 stop |
| September 2027 | — | 656€1 Sept–8 Sept · 1 stop |
Cheapest days in November 2026
One way, per adult. Blank days: nobody searched them lately.
At a glance
- Airports
- ZRH → PVG · SHA
- Airlines
- Etihad Airways, Vueling, Pegasus Airlines, Condor, German Airways, Air India
- Direct flights
- No direct fares seen lately
The rest of the trip to Shanghai
- Internet when you land ↗An eSIM for the country, set up before you fly. Handy outside the EU, or when roaming costs extra.
- A ride from the airport ↗A driver waiting at arrivals, at a fixed price.
- Things to do in Shanghai ↗Tickets for museums, tours and sights.
Flight delayed by three hours or more, or cancelled? Under EU rules you may be owed up to €600. Check your claim.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from Zurich to Shanghai?
The cheapest one-way ticket found recently is 361€, in November 2026. A round trip starts at 623€. Fares are per adult and change often.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Shanghai?
November 2026, from 361€ one way. The most expensive is December 2026, from 499€.
Are there direct flights from Zurich to Shanghai?
No direct fares were seen in recent days, only connections.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Shanghai?
The shortest flight found takes 13h 50m, with a stop.
Which airlines fly from Zurich to Shanghai?
Etihad Airways, Vueling, Pegasus Airlines, Condor, German Airways, Air India.
Which airports do flights from Zurich to Shanghai use?
They leave from ZRH and land at PVG, SHA.
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