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On this page, you can find and book flights for the Shanghai — Riyadh route. The distance between the cities is 7,256 km, and regular air service is maintained with a frequency of about 4 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by MU. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking the information on how to get to Shanghai airport and how to get from Riyadh airport to the city.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Riyadh by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $296 in b, and the most expensive are around $478 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shanghai → Riyadh, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $511 | high | May | $485 | medium | Sep | $460 | medium |
| Feb | $524 | high | Jun | $473 | medium | Oct | $511 | high |
| Mar | $537 | high | Jul | $434 | low | Nov | $498 | high |
| Apr | $537 | high | Aug | $422 | low | Dec | $473 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest time in Riyadh is from June to August, when daytime air temperatures reach +43.1°C. The coolest weather sets in during January, with an average low of around +8.5°C, while most precipitation occurs in the spring, mainly in April.
Budget-friendly flight options are most frequently found in September, when ticket prices start $218. Maximum prices are recorded for May, during which fares can reach $478, making it the most expensive month to plan a trip.
For a comfortable journey, we recommend considering October or November. During this time, the extreme heat subsides, and airfares remain moderate — starting $324 and $296 respectively.
Direct air service between the cities is provided by China Eastern Airlines (MU), which operates approximately 4 flights per week. The route primarily consists of scheduled flights connecting China's largest financial hub with the capital of Saudi Arabia. You can view the detailed schedule and select a convenient departure day in the list of carriers provided below.
Flights Shanghai — Riyadh depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at King Khaled International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 8 hours 30 minutes, considering the distance of 7,256 km between the cities.
The primary carrier operating scheduled Shanghai—Riyadh flights is China Eastern Airlines (MU).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach Saudi Arabia without any additional layovers.
Flights from Shanghai arrive at King Khalid International Airport (RUH), located in Riyadh.
To find the most advantageous offers, it is recommended to book tickets in advance and track price dynamics for September and November using the tools on our website.
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