The price of a flight from Taitung to Shanghai changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $562. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
On this page, you can find and book flights from Taitung to Shanghai. Please note that this 939 km route involves a connection and usually goes through Taipei airports, as there are currently no direct flights between these cities.
Flight costs depend on the booking time and season, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price trend chart. To plan your logistics, check out the information on how to get to the airport in Taitung and how to get from the airport to central Shanghai.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Taitung — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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.
Taitung → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $233 | medium | May | $233 | medium | Sep | $214 | low |
| Feb | $258 | high | Jun | $230 | medium | Oct | $249 | high |
| Mar | $214 | low | Jul | $252 | high | Nov | $208 | low |
| Apr | $249 | high | Aug | $249 | high | Dec | $212 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Shanghai is characterized by hot summers and cool winters: the warmest month is August with an average temperature of 32.3°C, while the coldest is January, when the air warms up to only 9.1°C. The highest rainfall occurs in June (256.44 mm), which should be considered when planning your trip.
Current data on flight costs for the current period is not provided, so we recommend monitoring the price chart to choose a favorable deal. Traditionally, flight costs increase during holiday periods when demand for flights between Taiwan and mainland China reaches its peak.
The optimal time to fly is considered to be December or October, which feature the highest number of dry days (up to 25 per month). It is best to avoid traveling in June and July, when frequent rainy days and high humidity can complicate movement between terminals during transfers.
Flights from Taitung to Shanghai are operated with a connection, as there is no direct air service. The main route options include a connection in Taipei provided by regional and international carriers. You will find detailed information on departure times and available connection options in the schedule below.
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Find ticketsFlights Taitung — Shanghai depart from Taitung Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Total travel time depends on the duration of the connection in Taipei. Net flight time for the segments is about 2–2.5 hours, but including the transfer, the journey usually takes between 5 to 8 hours.
The route is served by a combination of airlines: domestic flights from Taitung are often operated by Mandarin Airlines or UNI Air, while the international segment to Shanghai is handled by major network carriers. The full list is available on this page.
Currently, there are no direct non-stop flights between Taitung and Shanghai. All available flight options involve one or more connections.
Airfare is dynamic and depends on the departure date and demand. You can see the current minimum prices for the coming months in the low-price calendar above.
In Shanghai, flights may arrive at Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Hongqiao Airport (SHA). Please check the exact arrival terminal information in your selected ticket details.
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