Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Amsterdam and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £495 to £619. The lowest price recently found on this route was £479.

Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Amsterdam when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £502 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Amsterdam for as low as £430 on momondo.

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

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According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Amsterdam to Shanghai in the evening for as low as £554. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £1,010 per ticket.

Question 3

What cabin class options are available on Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 4

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Amsterdam to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, KLM have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 5

How many flights depart from Amsterdam to Shanghai on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Amsterdam to Shanghai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Amsterdam and Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £495 to £619.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £479.

Question 7

What is the cheapest Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flight route?

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Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Amsterdam Schiphol - Shanghai flight prices

Question 8

How often are flights from Amsterdam to Shanghai delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 24% of flights between Amsterdam and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 147 minutes.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Amsterdam, with most prices found around £485. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in May, then you should wait until November to fly from Amsterdam, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £486.

Question 10

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

China Southern, Air Serbia, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai

Question 11

What is the most punctual flight time for Amsterdam to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 12

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from Amsterdam is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as £512. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Friday is £750.

Question 13

How many flights depart from Amsterdam to Shanghai on average per day?

Accepted Answer

3 flights are operational daily from Amsterdam to Shanghai as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 56% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 14

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai?

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Prices for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

There is 1 operator available for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai as of January 2026.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Shanghai.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Amsterdam and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Amsterdam, with most prices found around £485. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in May, then you should wait until November to fly from Amsterdam, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £486.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Amsterdam Schiphol - Shanghai flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

What cabin class options are available on Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai?

China Southern, Air Serbia, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Amsterdam Schiphol to Shanghai

How often are flights from Amsterdam to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 24% of flights between Amsterdam and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Amsterdam to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Amsterdam to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, KLM have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Amsterdam to Shanghai on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Amsterdam to Shanghai as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 56% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Amsterdam to Shanghai on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Amsterdam to Shanghai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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