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Flight deals from Cairo Airport to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$742. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.C$406 per passenger.Departing Sat., Mar. 28.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat., Mar. 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$406, select.
Shanghai.C$407 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 22.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Wed., Apr. 22, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$407, select.
Shanghai.C$409 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 1.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Fri., May 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$409, select.
Shanghai.C$420 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 24.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Wed., Jun. 24, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$420, select.
Shanghai.C$431 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 25.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Fri., Sep. 25, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$431, select.
Shanghai.C$471 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 28.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue., Jul. 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$471, select.
Shanghai.C$507 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 4.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue., Aug. 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$507, select.
Shanghai.C$513 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 6.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri., Nov. 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$513, select.
Shanghai.C$515 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 15.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Wed., Apr. 15, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$515, select.
Shanghai.C$541 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$541, select.
Shanghai.C$542 per passenger.Departing Wed., Feb. 10.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Wed., Feb. 10, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$542, select.
Shanghai.C$542 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 31.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu., Dec. 31, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$542, select.
Shanghai.C$569 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jan. 3.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Sun., Jan. 3, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$569, select.
Shanghai.C$642 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jul. 26.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Cairo on Sun., Jul. 26, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$642, select.
Shanghai.C$643 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 23.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Tue., Jun. 23, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$643, select.
Shanghai.C$645 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 4.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Wed., Nov. 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$645, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar.
from C$404
Apr.
from C$405
May
from C$407
Jun.
from C$418
Jul.
from C$469
Aug.
from C$505
Sep.
from C$429
Oct.
from C$539
Nov.
from C$511
Dec.
from C$540
Jan.
from C$567
Feb.
from C$540

Which airlines fly from Cairo to Shanghai?

Alternative Cairo to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from C$461
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from C$406
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Cairo to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$406
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Cairo 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 Cairo to Shanghai is C$742. 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.
10 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Shanghai.
China Eastern, EgyptAir and Air China fly direct from Cairo to Shanghai.
As of March 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Cairo to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Shanghai is usually April.
If you're flying from Cairo 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 C$742.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Shanghai on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 31 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 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 9°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, Air China and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai is 12 hours 47 minutes.

  • Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Cairo.

  • With 7 flights a week between the two airports, Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. EgyptAir operates the earliest flight at 01:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from CAI to PVG is with China Eastern at 14:30.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from CAI to Shanghai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Direct flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be landing.

  • EgyptAir is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CAI to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you hold a passport from Egypt, you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo, CAI can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Want a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai

  • C$406 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts from C$742. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to Shanghai.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CAI to Shanghai. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CAI to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

  • Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are leading attractions which should be on any good Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Shanghai and explore at your own pace. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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