Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Seoul (ICN)

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Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Seoul (ICN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air China
Sun, 14 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
SHA
Shanghai
ICN
Seoul
AU$340 Return, found 10 hours ago
AU$340
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Sun, 14 Dec from Shanghai to Seoul, returning Tue, 16 Dec, priced at AU$340 found 10 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Sat, 4 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
SHA
Shanghai
ICN
Seoul
AU$441 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$441
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Sat, 4 Oct from Shanghai to Seoul, returning Fri, 10 Oct, priced at AU$441 found 4 days ago
Air Macau Company
Wed, 10 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
SHA
Shanghai
ICN
Seoul
AU$478 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$478
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Macau Company flight, departing Wed, 10 Dec from Shanghai to Seoul, returning Tue, 16 Dec, priced at AU$478 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Seoul (ICN)

December is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$207 - AU$368 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Shanghai to Seoul route information
Origin airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Destination airport
Incheon Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, Air Macau Company, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
Return price
AU$340
Distance
833 km

Your quick guide to flights from Shanghai to Seoul

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Find cheap flights from Shanghai to Seoul

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$340 to AU$478, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Seoul is normally in December.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to ICN?
If you're travelling from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to Incheon Airport, round-trip flights start from AU$340. This figure is based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SHA to ICN?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SHA to Seoul–Incheon Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SHA to ICN flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Seoul–Incheon Intl. Airport?
It's just 840 kilometres between China and South Korea. It's quite possible that you'll spend more time travelling to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Seoul–Incheon Intl. Airport?
If you want to fly straight from SHA to Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), you'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are SHA to Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to find a great last-minute deal from SHA to Seoul–Incheon Intl. Airport, but it's also possible to miss out entirely! As many airlines release seats up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a good bargain. Expedia compares carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can rest easy knowing you're always getting the latest offers.

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