On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Korla — Shanghai route. A direct flight covers a distance of 3,343 km, with a frequency of about 5 flights per week, providing a convenient choice of travel dates.
China Eastern Airlines (MU) is the primary carrier on this route. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart to find the best deal and checking out how to get to the departure airport.
The table shows direct flights Korla → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Korla Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Korla — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 829 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,279 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Korla → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,417 | medium | May | AED 1,653 | high | Sep | AED 1,464 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,701 | high | Jun | AED 1,464 | medium | Oct | AED 1,701 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,276 | low | Jul | AED 1,653 | high | Nov | AED 1,228 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,417 | medium | Aug | AED 1,653 | high | Dec | AED 1,276 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Shanghai is characterized by hot summers and cool winters. Peak temperatures occur in July and August, when the air warms up to 32.3°C, while June is considered the wettest month with an average rainfall of 256.44 mm. The lowest temperatures are observed in January and December, dropping to 2.2°C.
In terms of budget, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for July, when the minimum ticket price starts AED 840. The most expensive month to travel is May, when flight prices reach peak values AED 2,279.
The optimal time to visit is October: during this period, the temperature is a comfortable 22.5°C, and the highest number of dry days (24) is recorded. It is recommended to avoid traveling in June due to the high probability of prolonged heavy rains, which may affect your plans.
Regular flights on the Korla — Shanghai route are operated by MU (China Eastern Airlines), the primary carrier for this destination. There are approximately 5 flights per week, allowing passengers to choose a suitable departure time. For detailed information on schedules and route options, please refer to the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Korla — Shanghai depart from Korla Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,343 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours, depending on weather conditions and aircraft type.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Korla to Shanghai is MU (China Eastern Airlines).
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Korla on this route arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking one to two months before the planned departure date.
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