£388 Cheap Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) to Istanbul (ISTA)

Q: How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

Q: How much are return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul is £388. 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.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £388.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul is usually June 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 21.4 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £388 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul?

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 Istanbul 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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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Flight deals from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£388 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.

Istanbul.£391 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £391, select.

Istanbul.£397 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £397, select.

Istanbul.£406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Mon, 5 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £406, select.

Istanbul.£407 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £407, select.

Istanbul.£415 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Istanbul.£417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Istanbul.£432 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From £432, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.

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Cheapest month:December

Most expensive month:January

Alternative Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul routes

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

Shanghai to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£388
Cheapest month to fly	June

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

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Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul?

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul on?

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Istanbul?

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How to find cheap flights to Istanbul from Shanghai Hongqiao

Looking for cheap tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao to Istanbul? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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