On this page, you can find and book flights from Shanghai to Vienna. The 8,495 km route is served regularly, with approximately 5 flights per week operating on this direction.
Direct air service between the cities is provided by Austrian Airlines (OS). To plan your logistics, check the information on how to get to Shanghai airport and how to get from Vienna airport to the city center, and track price trends in our calendar.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Vienna on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 12 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Austrian. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Vienna International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Vienna by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $258 in y, and the most expensive are around $479 in J. 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 → Vienna, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $562 | medium | May | $613 | medium | Sep | $639 | medium |
| Feb | $511 | low | Jun | $550 | low | Oct | $601 | medium |
| Mar | $537 | low | Jul | $741 | high | Nov | $524 | low |
| Apr | $575 | medium | Aug | $767 | high | Dec | $703 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Vienna is July and August, with average daytime temperatures around 27°C. The coldest weather and most frequent precipitation are seen in January, when the thermometer drops to -0.8°C.
The lowest airfares are recorded in June — $336. Ticket prices peak in December, when the cost rises to $478, and in February.
The optimal time for booking is October: this month combines moderate ticket prices with a comfortable number of dry days. We recommend avoiding travel in February due to high flight costs and unfavorable weather conditions.
Regular flight service between Shanghai and Vienna is provided by Austrian Airlines, which operates approximately 5 flights per week. As the primary carrier, it offers the fastest direct travel options on this route. You can check the detailed schedule for specific dates and select the most suitable flight type in the interactive list below.
Flights Shanghai — Vienna depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Vienna International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the distance of 8,495 km in approximately 10 hours 30 minutes. Travel time for connecting flights depends on the layover airport and the duration of the wait.
The main operator providing regular direct flights is Austrian Airlines (OS). Flights with connections through major aviation hubs are also available.
Flights from Shanghai arrive at Vienna International Airport (VIE), which is the main air gateway to Austria.
Airfares change constantly depending on demand and the season. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
To secure the most favorable fare for an international flight, it is recommended to plan your purchase 2–3 months before the intended departure date.
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