Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Sao Paulo (SAO)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo (SHA-SAO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Qatar Airways offers one-way fares as low as US$640 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to GRU on Sat, Jun 6), while Qatar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$939 departing on Wed, Jun 17 and returning on Mon, Jun 22.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo 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 can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, 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 Sat, Jun 6, with one-way flights priced at just US$640.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qatar Airways.
  · 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 Sao Paulo travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Sao Paulo (SAO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Sao Paulo is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Sao Paulo on?

  After crunching the numbers on our May flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Sao Paulo on May 18, 2026 with Qatar Airways, with prices starting at US$978.

• Which airports can I fly to for Sao Paulo from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Sao Paulo, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (PVG-GRU) is by far the most common option on this route: São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) Viracopos International Airport (VCP).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Sao Paulo?

  The time difference between Sao Paulo and Shanghai is 11h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Sao Paulo?

  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.