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DMK - PVG
Cheapest • 14% average savings
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Most punctual • 65% on-time
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Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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June
Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Most popular
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai at ฿6,547 return.
•February (฿11,036) and December (฿9,686) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

Low season

August
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Don Mueang Intl to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Don Mueang Intl to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai:

    • Earliest: departs at 18:35 and lands at 22:50
    • Latest: departs at 18:35 and lands at 22:50.

    The flight takes about 4h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai.

  • How long is a flight from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 4h 15m, covering 4,617 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai range from ฿7,050 to ฿9,528, with an average of ฿7,825 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿7,050 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the ฿7,825 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average ฿7,777 return, compared with ฿16,874 via a stopover through Chiang Mai (CNX).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Thai Lion Air is the only airline operating Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights. 65% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ฿955–฿3,099 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai usually depart from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai route, 35% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai pass through Chiang Mai (CNX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ฿7,391 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ฿8,572, a difference of ฿1,181.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Only Thai Lion Air operates flights between Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport and Shanghai.

  • What is the time difference between Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (China Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are People's Square and Grand Gateway. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Thai Lion Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average ฿7,391, which is about ฿1,181 less than Friday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Shanghai trip for June. Fares historically average ฿6,547 return in that month – typically ฿4,489 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

    • Dazhong Airport Hotel
    • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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Bangkok Don Mueang Intl to Shanghai

Tuesday

Thai Lion Air

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Sunday

Thai Lion Air

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Monday

Thai Lion Air

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Wednesday

Thai Lion Air

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