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Flights from Shanghai to Amsterdam

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Amsterdam (AMS) take about 11h 38m (8,910 km). China Eastern and KLM fly it. Lowest fare seen: $481 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Amsterdam

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Scenic view of bicycles and vibrant tulips on an Amsterdam canal bridge during spring. — arriving in Amsterdam

Airport transfer

AMS → Amsterdam, booked before you fly

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Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — lounges at Shanghai Pudong Airport

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Amsterdam

Carriers on PVG–AMS according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen✈ KLMnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Amsterdam fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $481 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $278. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$103127 Oct 2026 · China Eastern	$306 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$50224 Nov 2026 · China Eastern	$302 · 1 stop24 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$48123 Dec 2026 · China Eastern	$278 · 1 stop23 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$8285 Jan 2027 · China Eastern	$369 · 2 stops13 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$77510 Feb 2027 · China Eastern	$315 · 1 stop10 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $302 for November 2026, $278 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Amsterdam, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Amsterdam

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Netherlands is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Amsterdam flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Amsterdam?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Amsterdam (AMS) takes about 11h 38m, covering 8,910 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Shanghai from Amsterdam by air?

The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 8,910 km (5,536 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Amsterdam?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–AMS route include China Eastern and KLM. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Shanghai to Amsterdam cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–AMS was $481 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 23 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Amsterdam?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $278 one-way, against $369 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Amsterdam?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $292 with one stop against $481 nonstop, a saving of $189. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Netherlands?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Netherlands visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Amsterdam?

Netherlands is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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