What to know about flights from Manila to Shanghai?

The distance between Manila and Shanghai is approximately 1,844.33km. The average flight time between Manila and Shanghai is 3 hours 36 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. September is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
S$ 111
Cebu Pacific Cebu Pacific MNL-SHA 3h 45m · Direct Tue, Oct 27
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Cheapest return
S$ 191
Air China Air China MNL-SHA 10h 20m · 2 stops Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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Best time to book
January
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,844.33km
Flight distance
3h 36m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Manila to Shanghai over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from S$ 111 and round-trip from S$ 191. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Over the past 7 days, flights from Manila to Shanghai have operated an average of 4 times per day, with 19.0% on-time departure rate and 71.4% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Manila to Shanghai flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai are Philippine Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Cathay Pacific, among 8 carriers on this route. Cebu Pacific offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Philippine Airlines logo Philippine Airlines
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
Cathay Pacific logo Cathay Pacific
Juneyao Airlines logo Juneyao Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Cebu Pacific logo Cebu Pacific
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines logo Shenzhen Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Manila to Shanghai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Manila to Shanghai.

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Manila to Shanghai?

The average price of one-way flights from Manila to Shanghai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Manila to Shanghai is January, with an average price of S$ 158, and the most expensive month is May, with an average price of up to S$ 222.

S$ 222
S$ 190
S$ 158
S$ 126
    Cheapest
  • S$ 189
    Sep
  • S$ 202
    Oct
  • S$ 176
    Nov
  • S$ 176
    Dec
  • S$ 158
    Jan
  • S$ 174
    Feb
  • S$ 195
    Mar
  • S$ 200
    Apr
  • S$ 222
    May
  • S$ 199
    Jun
  • S$ 183
    Jul
  • S$ 166
    Aug

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Manila to Shanghai?

The average price of round-trip flights from Manila to Shanghai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Manila to Shanghai is March, with an average price of S$ 367, and the most expensive month is December, with an average price of up to S$ 431.

S$ 431
S$ 399
S$ 367
S$ 335
    Cheapest
  • S$ 373
    Sep
  • S$ 419
    Oct
  • S$ 369
    Nov
  • S$ 431
    Dec
  • S$ 395
    Jan
  • S$ 393
    Feb
  • S$ 367
    Mar
  • S$ 393
    Apr
  • S$ 399
    May
  • S$ 428
    Jun
  • S$ 376
    Jul
  • S$ 398
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Manila to Shanghai?

    Based on Trip.com data, Cebu Pacific offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from S$ 111 (for example, MNL–PVG on Tue, Oct 27). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Air China offers fares from S$ 191, departing on Sun, Nov 1 and returning on Sun, Nov 8.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manila to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Philippine Airlines China Eastern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Cebu Pacific Cathay Pacific Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 3 hours 36 minutes to fly from Manila (MNL) to Shanghai (SHA).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 12 direct flights operate each week between Manila and Shanghai. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Philippine Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – PR336 (departure at 10:58) China Eastern Airlines: -/M/-/-/T/F/S – MU212 (departure at 02:35) Cebu Pacific: S/-/T/W/-/F/- – 5J678 (departure at 20:51)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Manila to Shanghai on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Tue, Oct 27, with one-way fares from just S$ 111.
    · Compare airlines. Cebu Pacific currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Shanghai.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Shanghai is usually September, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila to Shanghai on September 10, 2026 with Cebu Pacific, with prices starting at S$ 91.
  • Flights to Shanghai can arrive at: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). The most common route connects Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (MNL–PVG).
  • The time difference between Shanghai and Manila is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Manila to Shanghai is S$ 390. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Manila to Shanghai is S$ 479. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Manila and Shanghai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Cebu Pacificare the most popular budget airlines flying from Manila to Shanghai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the lowest estimated prices found in the last 24 hours and include all taxes and fees.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the change and cancellation rules for each ticket during the booking process, including all related fees and conditions. Please refer to the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply based on the airline’s fare rules.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If your flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For full details of change and cancellation policies, please refer to the customer support pages.