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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Shanghai to Bangkok? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Bangkok.C$202 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 19, returning Fri, May 23.Round-trip flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, May 19, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Fri, May 23, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$202, select.
Bangkok.C$203 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 18, returning Tue, May 27.Round-trip flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, May 18, arriving in Don Mueang.Inbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departing from Don Mueang on Tue, May 27, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$203, select.
Bangkok.C$210 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 6, returning Sun, Sep 14.Round-trip flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia X departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Don Mueang.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia X departing from Don Mueang on Sun, Sep 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$210, select.
Bangkok.C$222 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 28, returning Sun, May 18.Round-trip flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Apr 28, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sun, May 18, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$222, select.
Bangkok.C$227 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 19, returning Thu, Jun 5.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, May 19, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$227, select.
Bangkok.C$236 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 24, returning Sat, Apr 26.Round-trip flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Apr 24, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sat, Apr 26, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$236, select.
Bangkok.C$237 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 20, returning Mon, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines and Thai AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Aug 20, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia X departing from Don Mueang on Mon, Sep 8, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
Bangkok.C$240 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 3, returning Mon, Jan 5.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Jan 3, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Mon, Jan 5, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$240, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Bangkok flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$236
May
from C$202
Jun
from C$241
Jul
from C$294
Aug
from C$246
Sep
from C$210
Oct
from C$244
Nov
from C$255
Dec
from C$285
Jan
from C$240
Feb
from C$382
Mar
from C$283

Direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

Alternative Shanghai to Bangkok routes

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

Shanghai to Bangkok: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$202
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week162

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Bangkok: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Bangkok: Don Mueang and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Bangkok is C$202. 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.
4 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Bangkok.
China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Bangkok.
There are 162 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Bangkok, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Bangkok is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi – which is 28.5 km away from the center of Bangkok. We've found flights to this airport from C$202.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok on Monday, May 19, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 32 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 Bangkok 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 Bangkok is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 31°C. April is typically the warmest month in Bangkok, when it usually averages around 35°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 22°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bangkok is Hainan Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is Thai LionAir.

Travelling from Shanghai to Bangkok: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organizing your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok.

  • When landing in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the chief entry points.

  • The average time for a direct Shanghai to Bangkok flight is 4 hours 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Shanghai.

  • There are 100 services a week between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and {"defaultCase":"Suvarnabhumi Airport","accusativeCase":"Suvarnabhumi Airport","nominativeCase":"Suvarnabhumi Airport","dativeCase":"Suvarnabhumi Airport"} (BKK). PVG to BKK is the most popular route when booking flights from Shanghai to Bangkok.

  • To ensure you get on your Shanghai to Bangkok flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

  • To secure cheap Shanghai to Bangkok flights, book your journey two months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Shanghai to Bangkok. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Bangkok is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Lock in a cheap Shanghai to Bangkok flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Set out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and fly right through to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). If you're looking for a direct flight from Shanghai to Bangkok out of PVG, those are your landing options.

  • These are some of the most popular carriers offering direct Shanghai to Bangkok plane tickets out of PVG:

  • We make it a breeze to book a Shanghai to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (JJN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:

  • 78.11% of flights that take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your Shanghai to Bangkok flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Bangkok:

    • Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (JJN)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

  • SHA is about 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.

  • Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

  • Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them landing as planned.

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Bangkok

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

  • Once your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Bangkok

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok. July is the most popular month to visit Bangkok. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.

  • Lock in a Shanghai to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • December has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Bangkok around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Bangkok

Explore more of Thailand

  • Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Bangkok

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