On this page, you can find and book flights from Shanghai to Salalah. The 6,925 km journey connects China's largest financial hub with a popular resort destination in Oman.
Leading international airlines operate flights on this route, offering convenient connecting options. Ticket prices change constantly; to find the best deal, we recommend using the low price calendar and checking how to get to the airport of departure and transfer options from the airport of arrival in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Salalah by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $456 in e, and the most expensive are around $575 in n. 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 → Salalah, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $664 | high | May | $511 | low | Sep | $677 | high |
| Feb | $664 | high | Jun | $703 | high | Oct | $600 | medium |
| Mar | $575 | medium | Jul | $741 | high | Nov | $511 | low |
| Apr | $575 | medium | Aug | $728 | high | Dec | $575 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Salalah is characterized by distinct seasonality. May is the hottest and rainiest month, with daytime temperatures reaching 32.4°C and precipitation averaging nearly 95 mm. The coolest and driest weather is recorded in January, with an average low of about 14.9°C.
Flight price analysis shows that the most budget-friendly deals are available in October, starting $456. The peak period in terms of cost is July, when flights from China can be found starting $529.
November is considered the optimal time to fly, with ticket prices starting $488, a pleasant air temperature of around 28.9°C, and a minimal chance of rain. It is best to avoid the heavy monsoon season in late spring for a more comfortable stay.
Flights on the Shanghai — Salalah route are operated by several major international airlines offering services with one or two convenient layovers. Most of the traffic is provided by network carriers connecting through their hubs in the Middle East. You can explore the detailed schedule, flight frequency by day of the week, and route details in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Shanghai — Salalah depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Salalah International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 6,925 km. A direct flight would take about 8–9 hours; however, since there are no direct flights, the total travel time depends on the duration of layovers at transit airports.
Currently, there are virtually no direct scheduled flights from Shanghai to Salalah. Passengers most often use connecting routes through international aviation hubs.
Airfares are dynamic and depend on the season and demand. You can always check the current minimum prices for your chosen dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from China arrive at Salalah International Airport (SLL), which is the main transportation hub for the southern region of Oman.
To find the best deals, it is recommended to start monitoring prices 2–3 months before your trip and use the price dynamics chart to choose the optimal purchase date.
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