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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $932. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.$872 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.

Shanghai.$872 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.

Shanghai.$872 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.

Shanghai.$872 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.

Shanghai.$874 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.

Shanghai.$875 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Shanghai.$899 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $899, select.

Shanghai.$919 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.

Shanghai.$921 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $921, select.

Shanghai.$930 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $930, select.

Shanghai.$932 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $932, select.

Shanghai.$951 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $951, select.

Shanghai.$1,018 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Oman Air and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,018, select.

Shanghai.$1,019 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Oman Air and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,019, select.

Shanghai.$1,020 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sat, 6 Mar.Return flight with Oman Air and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,020, select.

Shanghai.$1,024 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr, returning Thu, 8 Apr.Return flight with Oman Air and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,024, select.

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Riyadh to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$872
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	10 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Saudia
Average flights per week	28

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Shanghai is $872. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai?

10 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Shanghai?

Saudia and China Eastern fly direct from Riyadh to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to Shanghai?

As of June 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $872.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 12 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai?

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 Shanghai 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In June, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to Shanghai with?

Currently, Air China and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai: what you need to know

Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai.
Shanghai is five hours ahead of Riyadh, where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route, with six weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from RUH to PVG at 01:15 with China Eastern Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your RUH to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Begin your trip at RUH and travel nonstop to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai tickets.
Book your ticket with China Eastern Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from RUH to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The journey from central Riyadh to RUH takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
If you're catching an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel is another handy option near RUH.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai

The best price we've found for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai flight is $485. The cheapest price for a return flight is $872. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RUH to Shanghai, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and pick up a fantastic deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to Shanghai. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Once your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RUH to Shanghai flight:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from SHA in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai. February is the busiest month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Shanghai around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Shanghai:
Shanghai Tower and Shanghai Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Shanghai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

Explore more of China

You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.