Journey information
Overview: Madrid to Shanghai flight
Flights from Madrid to Shanghai depart on average 47 times per day, taking around 14h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £231 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 10255 km distance in 15h 25m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 10255 km |
Average flight duration 14h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £231 |
Flights per day 47 |
Fastest flight 15h 25m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Shanghai
Cheapest price
£559
Average price
£2070
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 40 m
Flights per day
68
Distance
10255 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Shanghai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Shanghai will cost around £2070 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £559.
Of the 68 flights that leave Madrid for Shanghai every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 10255 km distance in an average of 14 h 40 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 15 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
TK1858 · TK28012:0036h25Madrid Barajas Airport6:25Shanghai Pudong£5591One-way1 change
TK1860 · TK28018:2530h00Madrid Barajas Airport6:25Shanghai Pudong£5591One-way1 change
CX372 · CX31612:2516h40Madrid Barajas Airport11:05Shanghai Pudong£5981One-way1 change
CX372 · CX36812:2517h40Madrid Barajas Airport12:05Shanghai Pudong£5981One-way1 change
CX372 · CX34212:2517h40Madrid Barajas Airport12:05Shanghai Hongqiao£5981One-way1 change
MU71011:0512h45Madrid Barajas Airport5:50Shanghai Pudong£27441One-way0 changes
CA908 · CA835712:5515h00Madrid Barajas Airport9:55Shanghai Pudong£9461One-way1 change
CA908 · CA150712:5515h05Madrid Barajas Airport10:00Shanghai Hongqiao£9461One-way1 change
MU4964 · MU21415:0015h10Madrid Barajas Airport12:10Shanghai Pudong£40761One-way1 change
CA908 · CA183512:5515h20Madrid Barajas Airport10:15Shanghai Pudong£9461One-way1 change
Live departures
Madrid to Shanghai flight times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Shanghai flights for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA7066+ BA169 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h45 | 7:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
TK9400+ TK26 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h35 | 16:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR6534+ QR4 · QR870 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h30 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR6534+ QR110 · QR870 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h30 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR6593+ QR40 · QR870 | 9:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h55 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR6862+ QR40 · QR870 | 9:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h45 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR148 · QR870 | 10:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h25 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU1846 · MU772 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h50 | 13:15 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR7246+ QR142 · QR870 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h15 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR8366+ QR4 · QR870 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h05 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR8366+ QR110 · QR870 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h05 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR1396 · QR870+ QR6981 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h40 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
MU710 | 11:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h45 | 5:50 Shanghai Pudong | 0 changesdirect | |
QR5344+ QR40 · QR870 | 11:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h15 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR5095+ QR142 · QR870 | 11:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h15 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
LH1801 · LH726 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h00 | 15:50 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
TK1858 · TK26 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h45 | 16:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR5981+ QR110 · QR870 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h30 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
CX372 · CX368 | 12:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h40 | 12:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CX372 · CX316 | 12:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h40 | 11:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CX372 · CX342 | 12:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h40 | 12:05 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CX372 · CX376 | 12:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h50 | 13:15 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH1117 · LH732 | 12:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h35 | 15:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR6939+ QR142 · QR870 | 12:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h00 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
CA908 · CA1533 | 12:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h50 | 14:45 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CA908 · CA8331 | 12:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h25 | 15:20 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CA908 · CA1883 | 12:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h55 | 22:50 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH732 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h00 | 15:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU1848 · MU772 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h10 | 13:15 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CA6024 · CA936 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h15 | 12:20 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH4163+ LH726 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h55 | 15:50 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU4952 · MU772 | 15:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h15 | 13:15 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
UX1015+ MU214 | 15:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h10 | 12:10 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
UX1015+ MU202 | 15:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 32h55 | 5:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU4958 · MU788 | 15:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h45 | 14:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
EK142 · EK302 | 15:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h05 | 15:30 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU1762 · MU570 | 16:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h00 | 14:40 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH1115 · LH732 | 17:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h05 | 15:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
NH6140 · NH224 · NH971 | 17:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h40 | 20:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR150 · QR870 | 17:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h30 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH1805 · LH726 | 18:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h25 | 15:50 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
TK1860 · TK26 | 18:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h20 | 16:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LX2033+ LX188 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 29h45 | 7:15 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
MU1884 · MU554 | 20:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 28h45 | 7:00 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
OZ9806 · OZ361 | 20:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 31h45 | 10:05 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
OZ9806 · OZ367 | 20:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 20:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
OZ9806 · OZ363 | 20:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 33h25 | 11:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ3550 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 34h00 | 13:00 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ8211 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h30 | 20:30 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ3533 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 30h20 | 9:20 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ3595 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h20 | 22:20 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ3581 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h30 | 20:30 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CZ378 · CZ3586 | 21:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h20 | 0:20 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR870 | 22:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 35h45 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
CA898 · CA1507 | 2:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h20 | 10:00 Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 change | |
CA898 · CA8357 | 2:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h15 | 9:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
OS7456+ OS204+ OS15 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h05 | 6:00 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
MU1712 · MU554 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h00 | 7:00 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
SN3732+ LX787 · LX188 | 6:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h55 | 7:15 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
SN3732+ OS292+ OS15 | 6:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h40 | 6:00 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
BA7052+ BA169 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h55 | 7:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
LH4165+ OS184 · OS15 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h00 | 6:00 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
LH4165+ LX1103+ LX188 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h15 | 7:15 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
UX1013+ MU202 | 7:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h20 | 5:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
TK1360 · TK26 | 7:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h05 | 16:45 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
BA3271+ BA169 | 7:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h15 | 7:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
BA7060+ BA169 | 8:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h50 | 7:55 Shanghai Pudong | 1 change | |
QR6563+ QR110 · QR870 | 8:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h35 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR6563+ QR4 · QR870 | 8:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h35 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
QR6854+ QR132 · QR870 | 8:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h55 | 16:40 Shanghai Pudong | 2 changes | |
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FAQs: Madrid to Shanghai flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Shanghai by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shanghai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Shanghai
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
- Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
- Metro: Line 8
- Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
- Train: Cercanías C1, C10
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available, approximately 0.06€ (¥10) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals, including Chinese and Western cuisine
- Available outside the terminal.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Ramada Pudong Airport Hotel.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Several lounges available, including Chi Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in each terminal.
- Car rental services available from major providers
- Metro Line 2, Pudong Intertiol Airport Station, 30 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free shops and local specialty stores.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.67€ (PHP 40) per hour.
- Various restaurants are available, including Chinese and Western options, located in both terminals. Popular choices include Starbucks and KFC.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport, near gates and common areas.
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel.
- Showers are available in some lounges, typically included in lounge access fees.
- Lounges available, including VIP lounges and airline-specific lounges.
- Lost and Found services are located in both terminals, near the information desks.
- Car rental services are available in the arrivals area, with major companies like Hertz and Avis.
- Metro Line 2, Hongqiao Airport terminal 2 Station, 13 km
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