RUH - SHA

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Cheapest round-trip
2,694 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,181 ﷼–1,744 ﷼
China Southern
Wed 3/28Fri 3/30
RUH - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
1,630 ﷼
Typical prices: 741 ﷼-893 ﷼
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/1
RUH - SHA • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no nonstop flights between Riyadh and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
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Top layover airports
Shenzhen (SZX)
Cheapest • Avg 1,281 ﷼ (round-trip)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 13h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Hongqiao Intl (RUH-SHA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to Hongqiao Intl

Sun, Mar 28 - Tue, Mar 30
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8:05 pm - 5:25 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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9:55 am - 11:45 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
18h 50m1 stop Shenzhen
2,694 ﷼China Southern
10 hours ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
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3:10 am - 9:15 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 05m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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6:35 am - 5:00 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
27h 25m2 stops Quanzhou Jinjiang Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
3,104 ﷼Multiple Airlines
20 hours ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 21
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3:10 am - 11:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 30m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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7:00 am - 1:10 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
23h 10m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
3,415 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 13
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4:55 pm - 3:25 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hong Kong Intl
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10:30 am - 1:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
19h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
3,415 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 24
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10:55 pm - 1:25 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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2:45 pm - 8:55 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
35h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
3,463 ﷼Air China
1 day ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 25
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3:10 am - 11:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 30m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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9:30 am - 5:00 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 30m2 stops Quanzhou Jinjiang Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
3,566 ﷼Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:35 am - 10:25 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 50m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Shenzhen
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7:50 pm - 1:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 15m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
3,574 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 21
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3:10 am - 11:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 30m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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7:20 pm - 9:45 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
19h 25m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl
3,618 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 2
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3:10 am - 9:15 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 05m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 1:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 15m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
3,710 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:45 pm - 8:40 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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12:25 pm - 1:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
17h 40m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
3,825 ﷼Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport typically range from 1,181 ﷼ to 1,744 ﷼. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 2,694 ﷼, on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

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Key details for Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

1,630 ﷼
Beat the crowds with an average 96% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights from Riyadh to Hongqiao Intl

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 11,608 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from 1,181 ﷼ to 1,744 ﷼, with an average of 1,392 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,181 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 2,815 ﷼, which is 277% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Shenzhen (SZX) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at 1,183 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 1,619 ﷼, a difference of 436 ﷼.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 47m, compared with 15h 23m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 17h 31m via Shenzhen (SZX).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 5 hours ahead of Riyadh (China Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    French Concession is one of the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average 1,183 ﷼, about 436 ﷼ less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for July. Fares historically average 1,183 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,427 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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