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Cheap flights from Manila to Shanghai, China from ₱6,185

MNL — SHA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Manila to Shanghai

Thu 11/193:20 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Thu 11/2610:30 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 10/29₱11,222
Sun 12/612:00 pm -
1 stop21h 15m
Thu 12/108:50 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 10/28₱11,222
Mon 11/95:55 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Thu 11/126:55 am -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 10/27₱11,349
Mon 11/232:25 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Tue 12/16:15 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 10/25₱11,413
Thu 11/122:55 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Wed 11/188:30 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 10/28₱11,477
Thu 11/122:55 am -
1 stop13h 30m
Wed 11/189:15 pm -
1 stop28h 10m
Deal found 10/29₱11,477
Thu 11/2612:00 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Sat 11/285:50 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 10/27₱11,541
Mon 11/92:55 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Sun 11/158:40 pm -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 10/26₱11,668
Tue 11/32:55 am -
1 stop13h 30m
Sun 11/89:15 pm -
1 stop28h 10m
Deal found 10/28₱11,668
Fri 11/208:25 pm -
Nonstop3h 40m
Wed 11/251:35 am -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 10/29₱11,732
Tue 11/32:25 am -
1 stop17h 15m
Sun 11/89:00 pm -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 10/28₱11,732
Sat 11/283:20 am -
1 stop18h 00m
Sat 12/58:25 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 10/28₱11,796

Find flight deals from Manila to Shanghai

Round-trip from

₱11,222

One-way from

₱6,185

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

₱16,578
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 11/19-11/26
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • Manila to Shanghai
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Cebu Pacific
  • Cebu Pacific
  • 11/20-12/31
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Manila to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (₱16,235 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₱14,115 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MNLPVG

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 1/28

3:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱7,332

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 11/27

3:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱7,651

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 11/12

2:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱7,715

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 11/22

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱7,970

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 11/9

2:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,034

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MNLPVG

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/17

9:10 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,161

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 12/10

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,225

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 12/12

3:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop6h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,289
Quickest round-trip

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MNLPVG

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/3

3:10 am-6:35 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,544

ManilaShanghai

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MNLSHA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 11/2

6:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱8,544

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Best time to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Shanghai (average of ₱14,346). Flying from Manila to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₱18,746). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MNL to SHA?

When flying from Manila to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Manila to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Manila to Shanghai flights typically cost between ₱12,561 and ₱18,746 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was ₱11,222 on China Southern (Nov 19-Nov 26).

How often are flights from Manila to Shanghai delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Manila and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manila to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manila to Shanghai flights?

Over the last year, Philippine Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to Shanghai?

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manila to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andAir China from Manila to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Southern
7.5
Good
184 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Air China
7.5
Good
167 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
1,039 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cebu Pacific
6.8
Okay
227 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manila to Shanghai?

    For a flight from Manila to Shanghai, you will be flying from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) is just 10.9 km from the center of the city. Ninoy Aquino Intl is the only Manila airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 10 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Manila to Shanghai?

    Departing from Manila to Shanghai will take you 3h 30m. The distance between Manila and Shanghai is about 1851 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai round-trip?

    China Southern, at ₱7,815, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manila to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cebu Pacific and Air China. China Southern is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manila to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cebu Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₱4,674. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from Manila to Shanghai for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Manila to Shanghai?

    Flights departing from Manila and landing in Shanghai layover in Guangzhou most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Manila to Shanghai flights?

    Manila to Shanghai flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Hong Kong.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manila to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Shanghai (average of ₱14,346). Flying from Manila to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₱18,746). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest₱7,815Average₱14,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cebu PacificCheapest₱8,350Average₱15,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Air ChinaCheapest₱8,566Average₱10,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest₱8,710Average₱16,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest₱8,891Average₱14,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest₱11,187Average₱15,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest₱12,180Average₱19,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest₱12,229Average₱18,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₱13,250Average₱20,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest₱15,693Average₱18,884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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