Istanbul to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Shanghai (SHA) connect Turkey and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,020 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 8,020 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Shanghai
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Route overview
Istanbul to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between Turkey and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and SHA. Related codes: IST, SAW → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,020 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Shanghai typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Shanghai is approximately 8,020 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Shanghai?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,020 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with China (Shanghai).