Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture from AU$ 169

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Altay Prefecture (AAT)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Loong Air offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 169 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to AAT on Thu, Mar 19), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 371 departing on Tue, Mar 17 and returning on Tue, Mar 24.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Altay Prefecture (AAT)?

  It takes about 6 hours 30 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Altay Prefecture (AAT).

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

  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 Altay Prefecture 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 many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 23 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/-/T/-/T/-/S -- MU5525 (10:19)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture, 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, Mar 19, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 169.
  · 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 Southern 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 Altay Prefecture travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture?

  After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture on March 17, 2026 with China Southern Airlines, with prices starting at AU$ 371.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Altay Prefecture from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Altay Prefecture, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Aletai Xuedu Airport (PVG-AAT) is by far the most common option on this route: Aletai Xuedu Airport (AAT).

• What is the time difference between Shanghai and Altay Prefecture?

  The time difference between Altay Prefecture and Shanghai is 0h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Shanghai to Altay Prefecture?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled 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.