The price of a flight from Ulsan 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 flight tickets from Ulsan to Shanghai. Please note that there are no direct flights on this route; the 873 km journey involves transfers through Gimpo Airport or Jeju and takes an average of about 5 hours.
Airlines operating on this route include Korean Air, China Eastern, Air Busan, and Spring Airlines. Before purchasing, we recommend checking the price charts and exploring ways to get to Ulsan Airport and from Shanghai Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Ulsan — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $171 in ,, and the most expensive are around $180 in F. 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.
Ulsan → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $239 | high | May | $246 | high | Sep | $233 | high |
| Feb | $233 | high | Jun | $202 | medium | Oct | $239 | high |
| Mar | $202 | medium | Jul | $208 | medium | Nov | $170 | low |
| Apr | $202 | medium | Aug | $208 | medium | Dec | $176 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C, while the coldest is January (2.2°C). Rainfall peaks in June, with over 250 mm of precipitation, which can make transfers more difficult during layovers.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in August, starting $171. In September, tickets are slightly more expensive, starting $180; price data for other months of the year is currently unavailable.
August is considered the optimal choice in terms of price and season, despite the high temperatures. During periods of heavy rain in June and July, transfers may be less comfortable, so it is better to exclude these dates from your search.
Flights from Ulsan to Shanghai are operated by 4 airlines, including route leaders Korean Air and China Eastern. There are no direct flights between the cities, so all options involve a layover at Gimpo Airport or Jeju. You can view the detailed schedule and choose a suitable flight in the list below.
Flights Ulsan — Shanghai depart from Ulsan 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.
Since there are no direct flights, the journey is completed with a transfer. The fastest option, including the layover at Gimpo Airport or Jeju, takes about 5 hours.
The main carriers on this line are Korean Air, China Eastern, Air Busan, and Spring Airlines.
No, there are no non-stop flights on this route. All available routes involve at least one connection at South Korean airports.
Most flights from Ulsan arrive at Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), but the final destination depends on your chosen carrier and transfer route.
It is recommended to book seats 1.5–2 months before your planned trip. To find the best price, use the low-price calendar on our page.
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