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Flight deals from Taipei to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Taipei to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $338. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.$268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Shanghai.$289 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $289, select.

Shanghai.$311 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Shanghai.$312 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Shanghai.$322 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.

Shanghai.$333 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.

Shanghai.$336 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Shanghai.$336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Shanghai.$336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Shanghai.$336 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Shanghai.$337 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.

Shanghai.$338 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.

Shanghai.$341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.

Shanghai.$342 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.

Shanghai.$346 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $346, select.

Shanghai.$359 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $359, select.

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Direct flights from Taipei to Shanghai

Alternative Taipei to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Taipei to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai

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from $407

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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai

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from $268

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Taipei to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$268
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 57 mins
Most popular airline	China Airlines
Average flights per week	282

Finding cheap flights from Taipei 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 Taipei to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Taipei to Shanghai is $268. 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 Taipei to Shanghai?

1 hour and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Taipei to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Taipei to Shanghai?

China Airlines, EVA Air and China Eastern fly direct from Taipei to Shanghai.

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

As of July 2026, there are 282 flights per week flying from Taipei to Shanghai.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Taipei to Shanghai is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Taipei, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $268.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Taipei to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Taipei to Shanghai on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Taipei to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 57 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Taipei 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 27°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 Taipei to Shanghai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Taipei to Shanghai: what you need to know

Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Taipei to Shanghai. Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the main airports in Taipei.
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Taipei to Shanghai flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Taipei and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 67 flights a week between the two airports, Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Taipei to Shanghai with China Airlines at 08:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from TPE to PVG is with China Eastern Airlines at 18:50.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Taipei to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Shanghai

Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Taipei to Shanghai flights.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Taipei to Shanghai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Taipei

Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)

Set off from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Shanghai. From TPE, you can travel directly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG).
These are some of the leading carriers offering direct Taipei to Shanghai plane tickets with departures from TPE:
TPE is about 32 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Taipei to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
73% of flights that take off from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)

Direct flights from Taipei to Shanghai operate out of Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA), so consider jetting off from this hub. TSA offers nonstop services to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
When setting off from TSA, you can choose from a range of airlines that fly straight to your destination. Book a direct Taipei to Shanghai plane ticket with any of these:
You can reach TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Taipei to Shanghai, unwind in one of these hotels close to Taipei Sung Shan Airport:
Flights from Taipei Sung Shan Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 92% of them touching down within the expected time frame.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Venture beyond Shanghai and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
PVG is situated at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

As soon as your flight from Taipei to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Taipei to Shanghai:
Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

March is the quietest month for flights from Taipei to Shanghai, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Taipei to Shanghai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Taipei to Shanghai:
Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Tower are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Shanghai to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road are key reasons to visit.