Are there direct flights from Tehran to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights are available. Minimum direct price — from $389.

Cheap flights Tehran — Shanghai from $389

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

The minimum price over 3 months — from $389 on 01.01.2027.

Q: Which airlines fly from Tehran to Shanghai?

This route is served by 1 airline: Mahan Air.

Q: From which airports does Tehran operate flights?

From Tehran: IKA (Imam Khomeini International Airport).

Q: To which airports in Shanghai do flights arrive?

To Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport), SHA (Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport).

Q: Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Friday.

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

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: $389 on 01.01.2027

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Cheapest flights found

01 Jan 2027, Fri

Mahan Air W5 77

20:10

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

04:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

8h 45m Direct

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30 Dec 2026, Wed

Mahan Air W5 77

20:10

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

04:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

8h 45m Direct

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17 Nov 2026, Tue

Mahan Air W5 98

06:30

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

20:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

14h 25m 2 stops

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18 Nov 2026, Wed

Mahan Air W5 98

06:30

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

20:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

14h 25m 2 stops

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18 Nov 2026, Wed

Mahan Air W5 77

20:10

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

04:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

8h 45m Direct

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Route characteristics

Distance

6 381 km

Flight time

Time difference

+4h

Minimum price

from $389 (01.01.2027)

Average price

$427

Maximum price

$501

Departures per week

Cheapest day

Friday

Departure airports (1)

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

Arrival airports (2)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport SHA Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Airlines (1)

W5 Mahan Air

Agencies (1)

Aviakassa

Prices by day of week

Price trend by month

Airlines — cheapest prices 1

Mahan Air

7 flights · 5 days

$285

Where to buy tickets 1

Aviakassa

7 tickets · 5 days

from $285

Airports

From — Tehran (1)

IKA Imam Khomeini International Airport

To — Shanghai (2)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport
SHA Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Other destinations from Tehran

Frequently asked questions about the route Tehran — Shanghai

How long is the flight from Tehran to Shanghai?

Approximate flight time — 8h. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.

What is the distance from Tehran to Shanghai?

The straight-line distance — 6 381 km.

How much do flights from Tehran to Shanghai cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $389 on 01.01.2027.

What is the average ticket price?

The average price — $427. Range: $389 — $501.

What is the time difference between Tehran and Shanghai?

The difference — +4h.

From which airports does Tehran operate flights?

From Tehran: IKA (Imam Khomeini International Airport).

To which airports in Shanghai do flights arrive?

To Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport), SHA (Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport).

Which airlines fly this route?

This route is served by 1 airline: Mahan Air.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $389. Total direct flights found: 3.

Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Friday.

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 Tehran — Shanghai

Flights Tehran — Shanghai is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 6 381 km. Flight time 8h. Time difference +4h.

From Tehran (THR) flights depart from 1 airport: IKA. To Shanghai (SHA) — 2 arrival airports: PVG, SHA.

1 airline operate on this route: Mahan Air.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $389 (01.01.2027). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $427, ranging from $389 to $501. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Friday.

Other destinations in China from Tehran

Cheap flights Tehran — Shanghai

From — Tehran (1)

To — Shanghai (2)

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