Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Budapest from AED 969

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Budapest (SHA-BUD)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Hainan Airlines offers one-way fares as low as AED 969 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to BUD on Thu, Dec 18), while KLM offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AED 1,894 departing on Mon, Jan 19 and returning on Mon, Jan 26.

• How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Budapest (BUD) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 12 hours 15 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Budapest (BUD).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Budapest?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Budapest 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.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Budapest?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Budapest, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Dec 18, with one-way flights priced at just AED 969.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is China Eastern Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Budapest travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Budapest (BUD) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Budapest is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Budapest on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Budapest on December 28, 2025 with Hainan Airlines, with prices starting at AED 1,946.

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Budapest?

  The time difference between Budapest and Shanghai is 7h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Budapest?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled 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.