Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Manila to Shanghai over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from ₹ 8,295 and round-trip from ₹ 14,180. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Manila to Shanghai operate an average of 4 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 19.0% on-time departure rate and a 71.4% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Manila to Shanghai flights?

You can choose from 2 airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai, including China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines and . Cebu Pacific currently offers the cheapest direct ticket on this route.
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Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Manila to Shanghai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Manila to Shanghai Flight Info

The distance between Manila and Shanghai is 1,844.33km. It takes around 3 hours 32 minutes on average to fly from Manila to Shanghai. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price ₹ 8,295
Cheapest return ticket price ₹ 14,180
Off-season travel month September
Peak season for travel July
Flight distance 1,844.33km
Average flight time 3 hours 32 minutes
Popular airline China Eastern Airlines
Frequency ~10/week
Flight statistics for the Manila–Shanghai route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Manila to Shanghai Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Manila to Shanghai?

Average price of one-way tickets from Manila to Shanghai booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Manila to Shanghai, fares are lowest in January (₹ 11,878) and highest in May (₹ 16,702).

₹ 16,702
₹ 14,290
₹ 11,878
₹ 9,466
    Cheapest
  • ₹ 14,161
    Sep
  • ₹ 15,183
    Oct
  • ₹ 13,236
    Nov
  • ₹ 13,206
    Dec
  • ₹ 11,878
    Jan
  • ₹ 13,048
    Feb
  • ₹ 14,659
    Mar
  • ₹ 14,980
    Apr
  • ₹ 16,702
    May
  • ₹ 14,971
    Jun
  • ₹ 13,755
    Jul
  • ₹ 12,487
    Aug

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Manila to Shanghai?

Average price of return tickets from Manila to Shanghai booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Manila to Shanghai, fares are lowest in March (₹ 27,588) and highest in December (₹ 32,420).

₹ 32,420
₹ 30,004
₹ 27,588
₹ 25,172
    Cheapest
  • ₹ 28,050
    Sep
  • ₹ 31,471
    Oct
  • ₹ 27,713
    Nov
  • ₹ 32,420
    Dec
  • ₹ 29,658
    Jan
  • ₹ 29,556
    Feb
  • ₹ 27,588
    Mar
  • ₹ 29,503
    Apr
  • ₹ 29,951
    May
  • ₹ 32,144
    Jun
  • ₹ 28,283
    Jul
  • ₹ 29,932
    Aug

Which day of the week is cheapest to fly from Manila to Shanghai?

Data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average weekly airfare from Manila to Shanghai on different days of the week according to Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Manila to Shanghai is Friday. The average fare on this day is usually lower than on other days. Try to avoid flying on Thursday as fares are usually the highest.

₹ 28,388
₹ 24,712
₹ 21,035
₹ 17,359
    Cheapest
  • ₹ 24,479
    Mon
  • ₹ 24,418
    Tue
  • ₹ 28,332
    Wed
  • ₹ 28,388
    Thu
  • ₹ 21,035
    Fri
  • ₹ 27,333
    Sat
  • ₹ 27,218
    Sun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Manila to Shanghai?

    Based on Trip.com data, Cebu Pacific offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from ₹ 8,295 (for example, MNL–PVG on Mon, Nov 9). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Air China offers fares from ₹ 14,180, departing on Wed, Sep 30 and returning on Sun, Oct 4.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manila to Shanghai 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.
  • A flight from Manila (MNL) to Shanghai (SHA) takes an average of 3 hours 32 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manila 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.
  • On average, 12 direct flights operate each week between Manila and Shanghai. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    China Eastern Airlines: -/M/-/-/T/F/S – MU212 (departure at 02:34)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Manila to Shanghai on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Mon, Nov 9, with one-way fares from just ₹ 8,295.
    · Compare airlines. Cebu Pacific currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Shanghai.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai is usually September, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila to Shanghai on September 10, 2026 with Cebu Pacific, with prices starting at ₹ 6,821.
  • Flights to Shanghai can arrive at: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). The most common route connects Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (MNL–PVG).
  • The time difference between Shanghai and Manila is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled 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.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Manila to Shanghai is ₹ 29,336. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Manila to Shanghai is ₹ 35,925. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Manila 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 traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Cebu Pacificare the most popular budget airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com airline insights on flights from Manila to Shanghai

Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from Manila to Shanghai?

Data is based on the past 12 months and reflects the average fare of all direct flights from Manila to Shanghai on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from Manila to Shanghai is Cebu Pacific, with an average fare of ₹ 18,462.

₹ 18,462
₹ 40,573
₹ 62,683
₹ 84,793
Cebu Pacific
₹ 18,462
Cebu Pacific
China Southern Airlines
₹ 20,461
China Southern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
₹ 24,091
China Eastern Airlines
Philippine Airlines
₹ 26,076
Philippine Airlines
Cathay Pacific
₹ 28,515
Cathay Pacific
Asiana Airlines
₹ 84,793
Asiana Airlines

Which airlines operate the most flights from Manila to Shanghai?

The data is based on the past month and shows the number of flights each airline has from Manila to Shanghai on Trip.com.

According to Trip.com data from the past month, the airline with the most flights from Manila to Shanghai is China Eastern Airlines, operating 9 flights per week.

0
1
5
9
China Eastern Airlines
9
China Eastern Airlines
Philippine Airlines
7
Philippine Airlines
Cebu Pacific
5
Cebu Pacific
Juneyao Airlines
1
Juneyao Airlines

How many flights fly from Manila to Shanghai each day?

The data is based on the past month and shows the number of flights per day of the week from Manila to Shanghai on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, flights from Manila to Shanghai are most frequent on Friday, while the fewest flights operate on Sunday.

17
13
9
5
Highest
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
10
Thu
17
Fri
15
Sat
9
Sun