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Quick Flight Summary from Shanghai to Budapest

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 402
  • Direct flight duration 14 hour 40 min
  • Arrival airports BUD
  • Best days to book Monday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 417

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Budapest

Best Price

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
5 Oct, Mon
Shanghai – Budapest
16h 40m
1 stop
SHABUD

Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines
4 Oct, Sun
Shanghai – Budapest
1d
1 stop
PVGBUD

Air China

Air China
13 Oct, Tue
Shanghai – Budapest
1d 4h 30m
1 stop
PVGBUD

Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines
20 Sep, Sun
Shanghai – Budapest
1d 6h 20m
1 stop
PVGBUD

Scat Airlines

Scat Airlines
6 Oct, Tue
Shanghai – Budapest
16h 25m
1 stop
PVGBUD

Air China

Air China
28 Sep, Mon
Shanghai – Budapest
16h 35m
1 stop
SHABUD
Shortest Flight

Air China

Air China
30 Sep, Wed
Shanghai – Budapest
14h 40m
1 stop
PVGBUD

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
12 Oct, Mon
Shanghai – Budapest
16h 40m
1 stop
SHABUD

Air China

Air China
17 Oct, Sat
Shanghai – Budapest
22h 15m
1 stop
SHABUD

Last update: 03 September 2026 02:58

Estimated Prices for Shanghai to Budapest Flights

Cheapest Day20 September Sunday
Best Price
$ 393
Average Price
$ 568
$ 925
$ 393
03Thu
Sep
04Fri
$ 755
05Sat
$ 693
06Sun
$ 567
07Mon
$ 513
08Tue
09Wed
10Thu
11Fri
$ 572
12Sat
$ 398
13Sun
14Mon
15Tue
$ 422
16Wed
17Thu
$ 402
18Fri
19Sat
$ 393
20Sun
$ 522
21Mon
$ 510
22Tue
$ 594
23Wed
$ 925
24Thu
25Fri
26Sat
$ 658
27Sun
28Mon
$ 699
29Tue
$ 662
30Wed
$ 537
01Thu
Oct
$ 408
02Fri

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 Budapest City Center from Airport

Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport

Liszt Ferenc Airport in Budapest, the capital city of Hungary, hosts international and domestic flights. The airport, which is 16 kilometers south east of Budapest, is the largest of the four airports of the country. Passenger traffic is increasing every year at Liszt Ferenc Airport, which hosts flights to Europe, as well as to Africa, Middle East and Far East.

Liszt Ferenc Airport, which provides both domestic and international services, offers a variety of transportation options to and from the city center. There are many areas where you can meet your pre and post-flight needs, shop and relax at the airport. Liszt Ferenc Airport is 22 kilometers from the city center and you have a lot of options for transportation to the city center.

You can go to the city center either by taxi, bus, minibus and train, or by renting a car.

Taxi

Taxis may be your first choice to go to the city center from the Liszt Ferenc Airport. The taxis that are at your service every day and every hour of the week are a quick and easy option for you. You can easily travel between the terminals and the city center with Főtaxi vehicles serving at the airport. All vehicles are equipped with latest technology and you can find them in Terminal 2A and 2B from the moment your aircraft landed. You can visit the airport's website to find out the taxi fare per kilometer.

Train

You can choose trains as one of the economic means of transportation. You can easily get to the city center with the trains you can take from the train station, which is very close to Terminal 2 at the airport. You can buy train tickets at Terminal 2 at the airport, where 100 trains a day carry passengers. One of the economical means of transportation is metro. By using underground metros you can travel to the city center both economically and comfortably. You can buy tickets for the underground station from the Terminal 2 building where you can also take the metro. The metro, which operated between 4 am and 11 pm, will be an economical and comfortable choice for you.

Minibus

As one of the most comfortable transportation options, minibuses stand out with their door to door service. With minibuses at your service 24 hours a day, you can go anywhere without getting tired. Thanks to the drivers who can find the place you want to go with the GPS system in the vehicle, you will have no problems in your journey. The vehicles you would prefer might be either for 10 or 50 people.

Car Rental

Another mean of transportation you might prefer is car rental. You can rent any car you want with or without driver from the car rental offices that you can find at Liszt Ferenc Airport, and go wherever you want in the city center. Among the car rental companies you can choose from are Avis, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt.

Budapest Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
3 Sep
Cloudy
30°21°
Friday
4 Sep
Cloudy
30°22°
Saturday
5 Sep
Rain
26°21°
Sunday
6 Sep
Clear
25°17°
Monday
7 Sep
Clear
26°14°

More Information About Budapest

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Shanghai-Budapest flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Shanghai-Budapest flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Shanghai-Budapest flights, you can use Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Shanghai-Budapest is 8346 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 10 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Shanghai-Budapest flights is Tuesday.
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 Scat Airlines starts from approximately $ 296.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
China Eastern Airlines
$ 572
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Air China
$ 400
1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Scat Airlines
$ 296
1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund
Hainan Airlines
$ 335
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund
China Southern Airlines
$ 402
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund
Asiana Airlines
$ 925

Last update: 31.08.2026

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