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$335+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — IST
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul are usually found in March or June, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$558
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$335
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$713
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/203:50 pmSHA - IST
1 stop20h 20mChina Southern
jue. 3/273:50 pmIST - SHA
1 stop21h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 2/20$558
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/68:50 amSHA - IST
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/191:50 amIST - SHA
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$798
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/207:25 pmSHA - IST
1 stop17h 05mAir China
mié. 3/262:10 amIST - SHA
1 stop14h 30mAir China
Deal found 2/20$1,487
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/134:10 pmSHA - IST
1 stop18h 00mHong Kong Airlines
vie. 8/221:40 amIST - SHA
1 stop32h 15mHong Kong Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,549

Find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 3/20

3:50 pm-7:10 am

1 stop20h 20m

Istanbul

jue. 3/27

3:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$558

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 3/6

8:50 am-12:50 am

2 stops21h 00m

Istanbul

mié. 3/19

1:50 am-12:15 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$798

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 3/20

7:25 pm-7:30 am

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

mié. 3/26

2:10 am-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$1,487

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 8/13

4:10 pm-5:10 am

1 stop18h 00m

Istanbul

vie. 8/22

1:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,549

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 6/27

10:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$335

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 6/13

3:30 pm-6:30 am

1 stop20h 00m

$367

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 3/20

11:30 am-7:30 am

1 stop25h 00m

$375

ShanghaiIstanbul

SHA - IST

SHAIST

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 6/18

6:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$669

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Deals found on 2/19

Compare providers for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Hongqiao Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Travel insights for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $558 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and Hong Kong Airlines, starting at $1,487 and $1,549 round-trip. China Southern is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $367 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $375 and Asiana Airlines from $669 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hongqiao Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$470Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$517Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$524Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
China EasternCheapest$607Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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