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Cheap Flights from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona

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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Barcelona.R 5,370 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,370, select.
Barcelona.R 5,395 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,395, select.
Barcelona.R 5,444 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,444, select.
Barcelona.R 5,679 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,679, select.
Barcelona.R 5,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,681, select.
Barcelona.R 5,884 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,884, select.
Barcelona.R 6,033 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,033, select.
Barcelona.R 6,515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,515, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 10,474
Sep
from R 6,846
Oct
from R 5,370
Nov
from R 5,444
Dec
from R 5,395
Jan
from R 5,679
Feb
from R 5,884
Mar
from R 5,681
Apr
from R 6,033
May
from R 6,515
Jun
from R 6,856
Jul
from R 7,539

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona

Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,370
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona is R 8,548. 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.
13 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona.
Air China, China Eastern and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona.
As of August 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Barcelona is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Barcelona Airport on Tuesday, 30 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 27 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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • Barcelona is seven hours behind Shanghai and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PVG to BCN flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PVG and BCN:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Brussels Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is R 5,370. A return ticket is currently R 8,548. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PVG to BCN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from PVG to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Barcelona in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PVG to BCN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Barcelona

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