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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 42,359. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.₹ 23,413 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Dec.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 23,413, select.
Istanbul.₹ 23,788 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 23,788, select.
Istanbul.₹ 25,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 25,986, select.
Istanbul.₹ 26,102 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 26,102, select.
Istanbul.₹ 26,122 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 26,122, select.
Istanbul.₹ 26,153 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 26,153, select.
Istanbul.₹ 29,772 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 29,772, select.
Istanbul.₹ 30,789 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 30,789, select.
Istanbul.₹ 31,117 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 31,117, select.
Istanbul.₹ 31,171 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 31,171, select.
Istanbul.₹ 34,904 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 34,904, select.
Istanbul.₹ 34,904 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 34,904, select.
Istanbul.₹ 35,805 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 35,805, select.
Istanbul.₹ 42,690 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 42,690, select.
Istanbul.₹ 43,127 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,127, select.
Istanbul.₹ 49,556 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 49,556, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in December.
Dec
from ₹ 23,413
Jan
from ₹ 23,788
Feb
from ₹ 26,122
Mar
from ₹ 25,986
Apr
from ₹ 26,102
May
from ₹ 26,153
Jun
from ₹ 30,789
Jul
from ₹ 43,127
Aug
from ₹ 42,690
Sep
from ₹ 31,171
Oct
from ₹ 31,117
Nov
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Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul

Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Shanghai to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 23,413
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time12 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul is ₹ 42,286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.
As of December 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Istanbul is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 22 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 12 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Shanghai.

  • Flights from PVG to IST start at 01:20 — the earliest with China Eastern Airlines. The last departure is at 22:50 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 21 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PVG to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with China Eastern Airlines on this route.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and IST include:

    • Daxing International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is ₹ 23,413. A return fare right now is ₹ 42,286. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PVG to IST.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Istanbul

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.