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Flight deals from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$879. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.C$392 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 18.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., May 18, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$392, select.
Shanghai.C$423 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 9.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue., Jun. 9, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$423, select.
Shanghai.C$428 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$428, select.
Shanghai.C$449 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 16.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., Nov. 16, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$449, select.
Shanghai.C$453 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 10.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu., Sep. 10, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$453, select.
Shanghai.C$461 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 4.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri., Dec. 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$461, select.
Shanghai.C$469 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$469, select.
Shanghai.C$533 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 31.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., Aug. 31, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$533, select.
Shanghai.C$557 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 1.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed., Jul. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$557, select.
Shanghai.C$563 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jan. 6.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed., Jan. 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$563, select.
Shanghai.C$585 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 30.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., Mar. 30, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$585, select.
Shanghai.C$608 per passenger.Departing Mon., Feb. 1.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., Feb. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$608, select.
Shanghai.C$620 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 1.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon., Mar. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$620, select.
Shanghai.C$772 per passenger.Departing Sun., Nov. 1.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun., Nov. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$772, select.
Shanghai.C$789 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 17.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri., Apr. 17, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$789, select.
Shanghai.C$800 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 21.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun., Jun. 21, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$800, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar.
from C$585
Apr.
from C$428
May
from C$392
Jun.
from C$423
Jul.
from C$557
Aug.
from C$533
Sep.
from C$453
Oct.
from C$469
Nov.
from C$449
Dec.
from C$461
Jan.
from C$563
Feb.
from C$608

Which airlines fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai?

Alternative Milan Malpensa to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from C$423
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from C$392
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Milan to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$392
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week76

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Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa 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 Milan Malpensa to Shanghai is C$740. 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.
11 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai.
Air China, China Eastern and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai.
As of March 2026, there are 38 flights per week flying from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai is usually June.
If you're flying from Milan Malpensa 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$740.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 33 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, Gulf Air and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Around 12 hours 33 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai.

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 7 hours ahead of Milan, where Milano Malpensa Airport is located.

  • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route, with 10 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MXP to PVG is with Air China at 12:30. Go for the first departure with Air China at 11:30 if you want to get going early.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from MXP to Shanghai.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai. Begin your journey at MXP and land at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Get on board with Air China. This airline offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from MXP to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you have a passport from Italy, you'll need a visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MXP:

How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai

  • C$392 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$740. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from MXP to Shanghai, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.

  • Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from MXP to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Shanghai, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

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

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  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.

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