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Cheapest round-trip
$520
Typical prices: $596-$887
Emirates
Mon 12/3Sun 12/16
PVG - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$581
Typical prices: $719-$1,045
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/20Wed 4/4
PVG - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and China Eastern. Average duration is 12h 12m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
China Eastern
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 20% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg $594 (round-trip)
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Shortest trip • 16h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pu Dong to Istanbul (PVG-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pu Dong to Istanbul

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:15 am - 2:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:05 pm - 9:05 pmIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$520Emirates
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:15 am - 2:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:05 pm - 9:05 pmIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$522Emirates
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:15 am - 2:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:05 pm - 9:05 pmIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$523Emirates
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:15 am - 2:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:05 pm - 9:05 pmIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$524Emirates
Sat, Mar 20 - Sun, Apr 4
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 6:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 55mnonstop
$581Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 8:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 10mnonstop
$588Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 8:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 10mnonstop
$589Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 22 - Fri, Apr 2
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 6:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 55mnonstop
$590Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 8:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 10mnonstop
$594Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 16
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9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IST Istanbul
12h 15mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 8:15 amIST  Istanbul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 10mnonstop
$594Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport typically range from $596 to $887. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $520, on Emirates.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport at $579 round-trip.
•September ($1,048) and August ($787) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pu Dong to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on China Eastern

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$297
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Pu Dong to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pu Dong to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:55 am and lands at 1:07 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:05 pm and lands at 11:17 am.

    The flight takes about 12h 12m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 12m, covering 4,980 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $596 to $887, with an average of $725 over the past 12 months. Anything below $596 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $594 round-trip via Beijing Capital (PEK), compared to $790 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $520 to $2,716. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $335, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4h 04m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Xi'an Xianyang (XIY) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $595 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $841, a difference of $246.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Istanbul Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • China Eastern

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 08m, compared with 16h 15m via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) and 16h 27m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 5 hours behind Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (Turkey Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $595, about $246 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $579 round-trip in that month - typically $469 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Eastern. Over the past three months, 94% of China Eastern flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 76%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 4h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $594 round-trip on this route - about $196 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai Pu Dong to Istanbul

Monday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

China Eastern,Turkish Airlines

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