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Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Shanghai

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    1,449 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 14 hour 5 min
  • Direct airlines Egyptair
  • Arrival airports SHA / PVG
  • Best days to book Friday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    1,391 SAR

Cheapest flights from Cairo to Shanghai

Best Price

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
30 Sep, Wed
Cairo – Shanghai
1d 9h 20m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
20 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Shanghai
1d 2h 45m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
28 Oct, Wed
Cairo – Shanghai
18h 50m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
1 Nov, Sun
Cairo – Shanghai
1d 8h 15m
1 stop
CAIPVG
Shortest Flight

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
2 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Shanghai
14h 5m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
1 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Shanghai
1d 3h 5m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
13 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Shanghai
14h 5m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines
25 Sep, Fri
Cairo – Shanghai
22h
1 stop
CAIPVG

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
18 Oct, Sun
Cairo – Shanghai
1d 9h 20m
1 stop
CAIPVG

Last update: 24 September 2026 18:10

Direct flights from Cairo to Shanghai

Egyptair

Estimated Prices for Cairo to Shanghai Flights

Cheapest Day23 October Friday
Best Price
1,342 SAR
Average Price
1,790 SAR
3,114 SAR
1,342 SAR
1,542 SAR
24Thu
Sep
1,516 SAR
25Fri
1,709 SAR
26Sat
1,618 SAR
27Sun
1,686 SAR
28Mon
1,428 SAR
29Tue
1,560 SAR
30Wed
2,171 SAR
01Thu
Oct
1,520 SAR
02Fri
1,464 SAR
03Sat
2,178 SAR
04Sun
05Mon
2,195 SAR
06Tue
3,114 SAR
07Wed
2,202 SAR
08Thu
2,277 SAR
09Fri
2,277 SAR
10Sat
1,880 SAR
11Sun
2,186 SAR
12Mon
1,467 SAR
13Tue
1,623 SAR
14Wed
15Thu
1,683 SAR
16Fri
1,467 SAR
17Sat
18Sun
19Mon
1,465 SAR
20Tue
1,468 SAR
21Wed
1,503 SAR
22Thu
1,342 SAR
23Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Cairo City Center

Cairo Intl. Airport

Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:

Taxi

Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to Cairo International Airport from the city center. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation to the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.

Car Rental

Car rental companies are available across the city center. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to the airport from Cairo. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.

Airport Information

Cairo International Airport, located in Heliopolis nearby Cairo, is one of the busiest airports in Africa. Services provided by Cairo International Airport include duty-free shops, local and international fast-food chains and other restaurants, cafes, health services, ATMs, currency exchange offices, and car rental agencies.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Shanghai Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
24 Sep
Cloudy
31°24°
Friday
25 Sep
Clear
33°24°
Saturday
26 Sep
Rain
31°25°
Sunday
27 Sep
Rain
31°24°
Monday
28 Sep
Rain
27°24°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Cairo Shanghai

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cairo-Shanghai flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cairo-Shanghai flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cairo-Shanghai flights, you can use Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Cairo-Shanghai is 8355 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 10 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cairo-Shanghai flights is Friday.
Egyptair organizes direct flights between Cairo-Shanghai.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Qatar Airways starts from approximately 1,268 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Qatar Airways
1,268 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Air China
1,516 SAR
1 piece X 5 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (less than 48 hours) • Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Hainan Airlines
1,428 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Etihad Airways
1,451 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments
Gulf Air
1,880 SAR
1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 09.09.2026

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