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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £349

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SHA
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 March 2026.

Fri 24/402:40
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop25h 20m
Air China
Sat 23/522:30
SHA
-
MAD
1 stop28h 30m
Air China
Deal found 5/3£476
Sun 19/417:30
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop20h 35m
Air China
Sun 26/419:25
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops34h 15m
Air China
Deal found 5/3£522
Fri 24/402:40
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/521:50
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3£550
Thu 23/417:30
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop16h 30m
Air China
Thu 30/421:30
SHA
-
MAD
1 stop16h 30m
Air China
Deal found 3/3£660
Thu 23/417:30
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/421:30
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£674
Sun 10/512:25
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop26h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 25/522:30
SHA
-
MAD
1 stop40h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/3£688
Wed 10/612:25
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop17h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 21/622:30
SHA
-
MAD
1 stop40h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3£705
Fri 17/412:55
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
Fri 24/420:25
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops21h 55m
Air China
Deal found 3/3£709
Sun 24/512:25
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop26h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 3/613:20
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops28h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/3£727
Wed 10/612:25
MAD
-
SHA
1 stop17h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 17/613:20
SHA
-
MAD
2 stops31h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/3£728

Find flight deals from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£476

One-way from

£349

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£493
Air China
  • Air China
  • 24/4-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Madrid to Shanghai
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13/3
  • 13/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Madrid to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/5

12:25-12:05

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 25/5

22:30-09:15

1 stop40h 45m

£845
Fastest return journey

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/9

08:45-12:05

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

16:50-12:50

2 stops26h 00m

£880

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Wed 15/4

12:25-20:55

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/4

22:30-09:15

1 stop40h 45m

£988

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/9

07:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

16:15-13:40

2 stops27h 25m

£1,009

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/6

09:05-12:05

2 stops21h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 28/6

13:20-12:00

2 stops28h 40m

£1,009

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/5

07:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 28/5

16:15-13:40

2 stops27h 25m

£1,016

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/5

07:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/5

16:15-13:40

2 stops27h 25m

£1,031

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Sun 5/7

12:25-20:55

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/7

13:20-09:15

1 stop25h 55m

£1,092

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Sun 31/5

07:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 20/6

16:15-13:40

2 stops27h 25m

£1,101

MadridShanghai

MAD - SHA

MADSHA

Madrid Barajas

Mon 25/5

07:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

16:15-13:40

2 stops27h 25m

£1,109

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £262). Flying from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £495). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Most people fly from Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. On average, Barajas has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day from 0 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 8.5 mi from Madrid’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Cathay Pacific can get you from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 17h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 6356 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Hongqiao Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Hongqiao Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £262). Flying from Madrid to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £495). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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