Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama, Shanghai — flights from Busan to Shanghai
Busan, South KoreaShanghai, China

Flights from Busan to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Busan (PUS) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 1h 30m (801 km). Spring Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $75 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Busan to Shanghai

Carriers on PUS–PVG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Spring Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Busan to Shanghai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $77 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$8727 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$7710 Nov 2026 · Spring Airlines—
Dec 2026$922 Dec 2026 · Spring Airlines—
Jan 2027$12219 Jan 2027 · Spring Airlines$119 · 1 stop16 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$9324 Feb 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Mar 2027$10821 Mar 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Apr 2027$10910 Apr 2027 · Spring Airlines—
May 2027$12410 May 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Sept 2027$17111 Sept 2027 · Spring Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $77 in November 2026, against $92 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Busan to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai

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China 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 — Busan to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Busan to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Busan (PUS) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 1h 30m, covering 801 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 Busan from Shanghai by air?
The great-circle distance between Gimhae International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 801 km (498 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Busan to Shanghai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PUS–PVG route include Spring Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Busan to Shanghai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PUS–PVG was $75 USD sold by Jeju Air (nonstop), departing 25 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Busan to Shanghai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $77 one-way, against $171 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from South Korea to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China 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 Shanghai?
China 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 12 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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