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Quick Flight Summary from Shanghai to Baku

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 432
  • Direct flight duration 14 hour 15 min
  • Arrival airports GYD
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 567

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Baku

Best Price

Emirates

Emirates
6 Oct, Tue07:20
Shanghai – Baku
18h
1 stop
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Emirates

Emirates
7 Oct, Wed07:20
Shanghai – Baku
18h
1 stop
PVGGYD
Shortest Flight

Emirates

Emirates
5 Sep, Sat07:20
Shanghai – Baku
13h 40m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Air Astana

Air Astana
4 Sep, Fri05:40
Shanghai – Baku
14h 15m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Gulf Air

Gulf Air
2 Sep, Wed15:55
Shanghai – Baku
1d 2h 20m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Gulf Air

Gulf Air
9 Sep, Wed15:55
Shanghai – Baku
1d 2h 20m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Gulf Air

Gulf Air
9 Oct, Fri15:55
Shanghai – Baku
1d 2h 20m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Air Astana

Air Astana
18 Sep, Fri05:40
Shanghai – Baku
14h 15m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Air Astana

Air Astana
24 Aug, Mon05:40
Shanghai – Baku
17h 15m
1 stop
PVGGYD

Last update: 23 August 2026 23:42

Estimated Prices for Shanghai to Baku Flights

Cheapest Day8 September Tuesday
Best Price
$ 430
Average Price
$ 649
$ 968
$ 430
$ 753
23Sun
Aug
$ 508
24Mon
$ 861
25Tue
$ 812
26Wed
$ 938
27Thu
$ 507
28Fri
$ 582
29Sat
$ 606
30Sun
$ 508
31Mon
$ 794
01Tue
Sep
$ 456
02Wed
$ 690
03Thu
$ 464
04Fri
$ 865
05Sat
$ 774
06Sun
$ 505
07Mon
$ 430
08Tue
$ 459
09Wed
$ 747
10Thu
$ 441
11Fri
$ 858
12Sat
$ 968
13Sun
$ 737
14Mon
$ 441
15Tue
$ 609
16Wed
$ 674
17Thu
$ 571
18Fri
$ 737
19Sat
$ 667
20Sun
$ 517
21Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Shanghai City Center

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights.

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station connects directly to Terminal 2 at the airport. There are 2 major lines that run through the airport station, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the airport from the city center by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the airport.

Bus

Buses are not a preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic in the city. However there are various bus lines that provide transportation to the airport from the city center. Bus line 941 runs from Shanghai Railway Station, among other stops, to Terminal 2. Bus line 316 is a night bus providing transportation to the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center due to the heavy traffic in the city. Nevertheless, you can easily find a taxi in the city’s commerce, arts, culture, and residential areas. Despite being located in close proximity to the city center, taking a cab to the airport can take 30 minutes because of traffic.

Car

To get from the city center or trade center to the airport by car you have to take the Yan’an Road, which is a major road that goes through the center of the city, to the G50 Expressway. This will connect to the Hongyu Road, which connects to the airport. There are 3 different parking lots at the airport that have a combined capacity of 800 vehicles.  

Airport Information

Located 13 km from the city center, Hongqiao International Airport was the first civilian airport in the city. However today the airport mainly serves domestic flights. The airport consists of two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; the second terminal was built in 2010 to support the Shanghai Expo. There are free shuttle buses that provide inter-terminal transportation. The airport contains many restaurants and shops that cater to the Asian demographic. There are also world-famous restaurant chains as well as a large duty free shop and event spaces located at the airport.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Pudong Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

To get to the airport from the city center or People’s Square, you have to take Metro Line 2. You can get on the metro at the Nanjing Road East Station and take it to Longyang Station. At this station transfer to the Maglev Train, which provides direct access to the airport. You have to purchase a ticket for both the maglev train and the metro you will be transferring to. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center.

Airport Bus

Bus line “Airport 5” departs from the main train station in the city and provides transportation to the airport. However since the traffic in the city is generally very congested the arrival time can vary. Most passengers don’t want to take that risk so airport buses aren’t a very popular transportation alternative. It can take over 2 hours to get to the airport using this bus.

Taxi

English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese or use a map to point out where you want to go. You can also have the hotel staff help arrange a taxi for you. A taxi from many parts of the city to the airport takes around 45-50 minutes. For taxi rides that are over 10 km the taximeter charges 3.6 Chinese yuan per kilometer.

Car

Driving is a troublesome transportation alternative since traffic in the city is bad and the roads are constantly changing. However to get to the airport from the city center you have to take the North-South expressway, pass the Huangpu River, and connect to the Huaxia expressway. Following this road will connect you directly to the airport. The airport contains a parking lot with a capacity of 4,500 vehicles. Parking is free for the first 20 minutes.

Airport Information

Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport, handing 51 million passengers a year. The airport features a rich variety of services and amenities, serving passengers out of two main terminals. The airport contains ATMs belonging to all major international banks, restaurants that offer delicious international cuisine as well as Asian cuisine, a large duty free shop and more. 

Transportation to Baku City Center from Airport

Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport

Located along the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan’s capital Baku is a rising star in the East gaining notoriety for its oil, gas, and caviar. Baku is a city that attracts the attention people migrating from Asia and other countries in the region, and businessmen from all around the world.

The city’s only airport is the Heydar Aliyev International Airport, named after the National Leader and third President of Azerbaijan. The airport serves 5 million passengers annually. You can get to the airport, which is located 25 km away, from the city center by car or a combination of the metro and airport buses.

Airport Buses

From the airport there are buses that provide transportation to Vurgun Park on 28 May Street, that run every 30 minutes. These buses take approximately 50 minutes and are very affordable. Bus line 116 takes off from the 1st floor of each terminal. Vurgun Park is the last stop on the bus line. From here the Gobustan National Park along the Caspian coastline is 15 minutes away on foot. The Old City is 2.5 km away. You can get there by taking bus lines 120 or 124 in about 25 minutes.

Metro

Baku’s metro network dates back to the 1960’s. Out of the two metro lines unfortunately neither connect directly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. From the airport you can take bus line 116 to Koroglu Metro Station; this bus ride takes about 35 minutes. From the Koroglu Metro Station you can get to other central locations in the city like 28 May Street or the Old City. Azerbaijan’s largest stadium, Tefik Bahramov Stadium, is also located on this line.  

Taxi

To get from the airport to the city center you can also take a taxi. Taxi stands are located at the terminal exit. Taxis from the airport to the city center take around 20 minutes and will cost between 15-20 Azerbaijani Manat. You can also book a luxury transfer service. Fares for luxury transfer services start from 65 Azerbaijani Manat.

RENTAL CARS

Renting a car to get from the airport to the city center and to get around within the city is a great idea. The city is frequented by a lot of businessmen who usually choose to rent a car. Traffic in the city is mild and fuel is cheap so it makes renting a car an even more attractive option. The airport features a rich variety of rental car options. There are many vehicles to choose from, from luxurious vehicles to standard ones. To get to the city center follow the airport road to the Boyuk Shor Highway. This highway will connect you to Heydar Aliyev Avenue, after the Ziya Bunyadov Avenue junction. Heydar Aliyev Avenue will connect you to the Old City and central Baku.   

Airport Information

Although it is not very large Heydar Aliyev International Airport is an important junction, especially for passengers traveling between Europe and Asia. The airport offers passengers a variety of eating, drinking, and shopping venues.

The airport has 2 terminals, Terminal 1, which was completely renovated, and Terminal 2, which serves domestic flights. The airport contains world famous fast food chains like Burger King, McDonald’s, and KFC, as well as restaurants that offer delicious flavors unique to Azerbaijani cuisine. The international terminal has a large Duty Free shop as well as souvenir shops where you can buy items unique to Russian and Azeri culture. The airport features free wireless internet connection.

 

Baku Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Sunday
23 Aug
Clear
31°24°
Monday
24 Aug
Clear
35°23°
Tuesday
25 Aug
Cloudy
34°25°
Wednesday
26 Aug
Clear
30°25°
Thursday
27 Aug
Clear
31°24°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Shanghai-Baku flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Shanghai-Baku flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Shanghai-Baku flights, you can use Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Shanghai-Baku is 6362 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Shanghai-Baku flights is Thursday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Gulf Air starts from approximately $ 297.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
China Southern Airlines
$ 582
1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund
Air Astana
$ 416
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Turkish Airlines
$ 608
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Complimentary Refreshments
Gulf Air
$ 297
1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Air China
$ 430
1 piece X 5 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / No changes allowed / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Qatar Airways
$ 674
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Aeroflot
$ 1,296
1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage (40x55x25 cm) / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund
Emirates
$ 592
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
S7 Airlines
$ 537
1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage (40x55x23 cm) / Paid Change

Last update: 08.08.2026

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