Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai from US$72

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai (SGN-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$72 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SGN to PVG on Wed, Sep 30), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$144 departing on Wed, Sep 30 and returning on Tue, Oct 6.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Juneyao Airlines China Southern Airlines Vietnam Airlines China Eastern Airlines VietJet Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  It takes about 4 hours 14 minutes to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai.

• When is the best time to book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 35 flight per week flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU8972 (07:42) China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU282 (02:58) Vietnam Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- VN3542 (13:40)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 30, with one-way flights priced at just US$72.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai on September 26, 2026 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at US$56.

• Which airports fly into Shanghai from Ho Chi Minh City?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (SGN-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route.

• Is there any time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is US$295. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai is US$427. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai on Trip.com?

  Enter Ho Chi Minh City and Shanghai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai route?

  VietJet Air and Spring Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.