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Flights from Shanghai to Tehran

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Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tehran

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: Jan 4 - Jan 10
Flights from just €401
€401
January
Distance: 6,378 km
Shanghai airports
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 km
Tehran airports
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)How far from city centre: 38 km

Book your flight from Shanghai to Tehran

Find direct and indirect flights from Shanghai to Tehran (Iran) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Shanghai to Tehran takes around 14 h and 40 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Shanghai and Tehran

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
  • Arrival airport: Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

Weather in Tehran

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Tehran, the average temperature floats around 35ºC in the warmest months and 0ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 37ºC
  • Lows: down to -1ºC
  • Hottest month: July
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: September
  • Wettest month: March

How to save when flying from Shanghai to Tehran

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Shanghai to Tehran:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Tehran. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Tehran

On average, what is the price of a Shanghai to Tehran flight?
When flying from Shanghai to Tehran the average price will be €801. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Shanghai to Tehran, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Shanghai and Tehran. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Shanghai to Tehran flights?
The most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Tehran are: December, February and August.
When is the best time to travel from Shanghai to Tehran?
A good period of the year to visit Tehran from Shanghai really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, January is the best month to fly to Tehran from Shanghai, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by July and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds November, February and March are the months with fewer searches for the route Shanghai -  Tehran.
What is the duration of a flight from Shanghai to Tehran?
Flight time, on average, from Shanghai to Tehran is usually 15 h and 30 m on average, at an average distance of 6,378.13 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Tehran compared to Shanghai?
The average temperature in Shanghai is 27º degrees in summer. Tehran reaches 29º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 5º degrees in Tehran, compared to the 5º average degrees in Shanghai.

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