Cheap Flights from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong

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Flight deals from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,519. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong

Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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

Seoul to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,258
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineKorean Air
Average flights per week259

Finding cheap flights from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong is R 2,959. 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.
2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong.
Korean Air, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2026, there are 259 flights per week flying from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Incheon International to Shanghai Pudong is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 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 Shanghai Pudong 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Shanghai is one hour behind Seoul and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 111 weekly Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Korean Air is the earliest you can take. EASTAR JET operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ICN to PVG flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • There are direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then touring more of China!) is a cinch. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • China Eastern tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • With a dependable 95.0% of services landing on schedule, Eastar Jet is the most punctual carrier for ICN to PVG flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ICN and PVG:

    • Qingdao Airport

    • Fukuoka Airport

    • Dalian Airport

Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.

  • Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ICN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in March.

  • When booking your flight from Incheon International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ICN to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.