Cheap Flights from Shanghai (CSHA) to Singapore (SINS)

Compare Shanghai to Singapore flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Singapore

Book the best Singapore fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Shanghai to Singapore

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Singapore? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £160. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Singapore

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Singapore flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Singapore

Alternative Shanghai to Singapore routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Singapore? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to Singapore: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£64
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
Average flights per week407

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Singapore: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Singapore: Seletar and Singapore Changi.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Singapore is £154. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Singapore.
Singapore Airlines, China Eastern and Air China fly direct from Shanghai to Singapore.
As of March 2026, there are 443 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Singapore.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Singapore is usually May.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Singapore is Singapore Changi – which is 11.1 miles away from the centre of Singapore. We've found flights into this airport from £154.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Singapore on Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Singapore but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Singapore is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Singapore, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Singapore is AirAsia X. And the cheapest airline that flies to Singapore Changi Airport is Spring Airlines.

Travelling from Shanghai to Singapore: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Singapore. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.

  • When it comes to planning your arrival in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the chief entry points.

  • The average duration of a direct Shanghai to Singapore flight is 5 hours 40 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Singapore share the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • The busiest route for flights from Shanghai to Singapore is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Changi International Airport (SIN). You can choose from 91 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to SIN is the 00:10 Singapore Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 23:55 with China Eastern Airlines.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Shanghai to Singapore flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Singapore

  • Get cheap Shanghai to Singapore flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Shanghai to Singapore. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Shanghai to Singapore.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Shanghai to Singapore flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) on a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Singapore. From PVG, you can fly directly into Changi International Airport (SIN).

  • These are some of the major carriers offering direct Shanghai to Singapore plane tickets from PVG:

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Shanghai to Singapore flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Central Shanghai to PVG is around 32 kms (20 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Singapore? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:

  • When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Shanghai to Singapore flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Singapore:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)

    • Changle International Airport (FOC)

  • You can get to SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Singapore:

  • Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Singapore

Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • The distance from Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kms (11 miles). It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai to Singapore. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Changi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and experience more of Singapore and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Changi International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Singapore flight.

Seletar Airport (XSP)

  • Once your flight from Shanghai to Singapore has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) from Seletar Airport (XSP).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • After your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, kick back at a hotel close to XSP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Singapore

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Singapore, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Singapore based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Shanghai to Singapore ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Singapore around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Singapore

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are highlights which should be on every Singapore itinerary.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.