Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Almaty from AU$ 317

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Almaty (ALA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, China Southern Airlines offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 317 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SHA to ALA on Sun, Feb 1), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 541 departing on Tue, Jan 20 and returning on Fri, Jan 23.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Almaty?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Almaty 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 Almaty (ALA)?

  It takes about 6 hours 50 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Almaty (ALA).

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

  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 Almaty 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 Almaty?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 3 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Almaty. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/-/T/-/T/-/- -- MU6041 (15:54)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Almaty, 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 Sun, Feb 1, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 317.
  · 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 Eastern 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 Almaty 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 Almaty to get the best price?

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our January flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Almaty on January 21, 2026 with AirAsia X Berhad, with prices starting at AU$ 322.

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

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Almaty, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Almaty International Airport (PVG-ALA) is by far the most common option on this route: Almaty International Airport (ALA) Boraldai Airport (BXJ).

• What is the time difference between Shanghai and Almaty?

  The time difference between Almaty and Shanghai is 3h.

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

  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.