Cheap flights Shanghai — Kabul from $527

Q: How long is the flight from Shanghai to Kabul?

Approximate flight time — 6h 12m.

Q: How much do flights from Shanghai to Kabul cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $527 on 12.11.2026.

Q: Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Kabul?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Vietjet, Qatar Airways.

Q: From which airports does Shanghai operate flights?

From Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport).

Q: To which airports in Kabul do flights arrive?

To Kabul: KBL (Kabul International Airport).

Q: Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.

Q: When is the best time to buy tickets Shanghai — Kabul?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How many travellers?

Adults

12+ years

Children

2–11 years

Infants

under 2

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Cheapest: $527 on 12.11.2026

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Cheapest flights found

13 Nov 2026, Fri

Vietjet VJ 6011

21:20

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

08:35

KBL Kabul International Airport

11h 15m 2 stops

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21 Nov 2026, Sat

Qatar Airways QR 869

13:20

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

03:20

KBL Kabul International Airport

14h 2 stops

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Route characteristics

Distance

4 839 km

Flight time

6h 12m

Time difference

-3h

Minimum price

from $527 (12.11.2026)

Average price

$554

Maximum price

$567

Cheapest day

Wednesday

Departure airports (1)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Arrival airports (1)

KBL Kabul International Airport

Airlines (2)

VJ Vietjet QR Qatar Airways

Agencies (1)

Aviakassa

Prices by day of week

Airlines — cheapest prices 2

Vietjet

Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days

$527

Qatar Airways

1 flights · 1 days

$567

Where to buy tickets 1

Aviakassa

3 tickets · 3 days

from $527

Airports

From — Shanghai (1)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

To — Kabul (1)

KBL Kabul International Airport

Other destinations from Shanghai

Frequently asked questions about the route Shanghai — Kabul

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Kabul?

Approximate flight time — 6h 12m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.

What is the distance from Shanghai to Kabul?

The straight-line distance — 4 839 km.

How much do flights from Shanghai to Kabul cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $527 on 12.11.2026.

What is the average ticket price?

The average price — $554. Range: $527 — $567.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Kabul?

The difference — -3h.

From which airports does Shanghai operate flights?

From Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport).

To which airports in Kabul do flights arrive?

To Kabul: KBL (Kabul International Airport).

Which airlines fly this route?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Vietjet, Qatar Airways.

Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.

When is the best time to buy tickets?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How do I book flights?

Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.

About the route Shanghai — Kabul

Flights Shanghai — Kabul is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 4 839 km. Flight time 6h 12m. Time difference -3h.

From Shanghai (SHA) flights depart from 1 airport: PVG. To Kabul (KBL) — 1 arrival airport: KBL.

2 airlines operate on this route: Vietjet, Qatar Airways.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $527 (12.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $554, ranging from $527 to $567. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Wednesday.

Cheap flights Shanghai — Kabul

From — Shanghai (1)

To — Kabul (1)

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