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Flight deals from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £476. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.£238 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £238, select.

Shanghai.£240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £240, select.

Shanghai.£246 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £246, select.

Shanghai.£248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £248, select.

Shanghai.£248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £248, select.

Shanghai.£249 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £249, select.

Shanghai.£249 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £249, select.

Shanghai.£260 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £260, select.

Shanghai.£322 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £322, select.

Shanghai.£323 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £323, select.

Shanghai.£330 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 29 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £330, select.

Shanghai.£337 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £337, select.

Shanghai.£338 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Milan Malpensa on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £338, select.

Shanghai.£338 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £338, select.

Shanghai.£384 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 13 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £384, select.

Shanghai.£439 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £439, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

9 miles from central Shanghai

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20 miles from central Shanghai

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Milan to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£237
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	11 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	29

Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong?

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong is £400. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong?

11 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.

Which airlines fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong?

Air China, China Eastern and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.

How many flights are there a week from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong?

As of August 2026, there are 29 flights per week flying from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong?

The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Shanghai Pudong is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 27 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Pudong?

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 Pudong 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong with?

Currently, Gulf Air and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Milan.
There are 14 Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights each week to choose from.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MXP to PVG flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
China Eastern is your gateway to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport offered by this popular airline.
China Eastern tops the list for bookings on this route.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier operating MXP to PVG flights. An exceptional 81.63% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MXP and PVG:
- Beijing Capital Airport
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight is £238. A return plane ticket right now is £401. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MXP to PVG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MXP to PVG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.

Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

Of the departures from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Milan Malpensa Airport is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MXP:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Reserve a hotel close to PVG if you're on a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car and explore parts of Shanghai that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks before your departure to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.

Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is approximately 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

The quietest month for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 10ºC then.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kms (50 miles) west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are key reasons to visit.