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Flight deals from Lisbon to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lisbon to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 7,201 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,201, select.
Shanghai.R 7,340 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,340, select.
Shanghai.R 7,768 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Lisbon on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,768, select.
Shanghai.R 7,892 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Lisbon on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,892, select.
Shanghai.R 7,927 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,927, select.
Shanghai.R 8,128 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,128, select.
Shanghai.R 8,526 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,526, select.
Shanghai.R 8,799 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,799, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lisbon to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 7,768
Jul
from R 8,799
Aug
from R 7,892
Sep
from R 7,340
Oct
from R 7,201
Nov
from R 7,927
Dec
from R 8,128
Jan
from R 11,305
Feb
from R 12,818
Mar
from R 8,526
Apr
from R 11,342
May
from R 9,911

Alternative Lisbon to Shanghai routes

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

Lisbon to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,201
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Shanghai is R 11,662. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lisbon to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,662.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Lisbon to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Shanghai is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Lisbon Airport, 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 R 11,662.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Shanghai on Friday, 7 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lisbon Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
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.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is eight hours ahead of Lisbon.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your LIS to Shanghai flight.

  • Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from LIS to Shanghai. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Lisbon, LIS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near LIS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:

  • When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai flight is R 7,201. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,662. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LIS to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LIS to Shanghai.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Central Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LIS to Shanghai flight:

  • Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and set off on your adventure right away.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during peak travel times.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before scheduling your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • Lock in a Lisbon Portela Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • Puyang is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

Plan the rest of your trip from Lisbon to Shanghai

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