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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Barcelona to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.P26,793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P26,793, select.
Shanghai.P32,335 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Thu, 15 May.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,335, select.
Shanghai.P32,337 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Apr, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 21 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,337, select.
Shanghai.P32,337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,337, select.
Shanghai.P32,523 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 20 Mar.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 20 Mar, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,523, select.
Shanghai.P32,595 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Apr.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Sat, 1 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,595, select.
Shanghai.P33,276 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 9 Apr.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,276, select.
Shanghai.P33,370 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,370, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Barcelona to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in June.
Feb
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Mar
from P32,523
Apr
from P33,276
May
from P32,335
Jun
from P26,793
Jul
from P41,977
Aug
from P41,976
Sep
from P34,264
Oct
from P33,521
Nov
from P34,206
Dec
from P33,370
Jan
from P33,370

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Barcelona to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP26,793
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time12 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Barcelona to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Barcelona to Shanghai is P26,793. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Barcelona to Shanghai.
Air China flies direct from Barcelona to Shanghai.
As of February 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Barcelona to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Shanghai is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Barcelona Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from P26,793.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, SWISS and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from BCN to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BCN to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • To enter China for tourism purposes, you will require a visa if you have a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai.

  • BCN is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BCN:

How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Shanghai

  • P14,890 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts from P26,793. These prices may change based on demand.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BCN to Shanghai. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from BCN to Shanghai couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the busiest month to board a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Shanghai, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Before booking a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from BCN to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

  • Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Shanghai isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Shanghai and travel at your own pace. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. Instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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