Find cheap airlines flights from Shanghai to Taipei

You can choose from 16 airlines that fly from Shanghai to Taipei, including Air China, EVA Air, and Shanghai Airlines. Spring Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Shanghai to Taipei according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Book direct flights from Shanghai to Taipei: One way flights from $57, round trip flights from $153. Find flight deals for the next 3 months below.

Displayed flight fares from Shanghai to Taipei are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight Info | Shanghai to Taipei

The distance between Shanghai and Taipei is approximately 672.86 km. It takes around 1 hour 59 minutes on average to fly from Shanghai to Taipei. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price$57
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$153
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance672.86 km
Average flight time1 hour 59 minutes
Popular airlineAir China
Flight statistics for the Shanghai–Taipei route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Shanghai to Taipei

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Shanghai to Taipei?

The average price of one-way flights from Shanghai to Taipei purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Taipei is Dec, with an average price of $51; while the month with the highest flight price is usually Jan, with an average price of up to $91.

$91
$71
$51
$31
    Cheapest
  • $91
    Jan
  • $73
    Feb
  • $70
    Mar
  • $72
    Apr
  • $66
    May
  • $60
    Jun
  • $73
    Jul
  • $58
    Aug
  • $55
    Sep
  • $56
    Oct
  • $64
    Nov
  • $51
    Dec

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Shanghai to Taipei?

Average price of round-trip flights from Shanghai to Taipei purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Taipei is Dec, with an average price of $216; while the month with the highest flight price is usually Jan, with an average price of up to $416.

$416
$316
$216
$116
    Cheapest
  • $416
    Jan
  • $290
    Feb
  • $273
    Mar
  • $310
    Apr
  • $268
    May
  • $274
    Jun
  • $261
    Jul
  • $236
    Aug
  • $332
    Sep
  • $284
    Oct
  • $252
    Nov
  • $216
    Dec

What's the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Taipei?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Shanghai to Taipei on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Taipei is Mon, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Wed, as prices are usually highest then.

$220
$198
$176
$154
  • $176
    Mon
  • $177
    Tue
  • $220
    Wed
  • $185
    Thu
  • $197
    Fri
  • $219
    Sat
  • $184
    Sun

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Taipei (SHA-TPE)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $57 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to TPE on Thu, Feb 26), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $153 departing on Fri, Jan 30 and returning on Thu, Feb 5.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Taipei with the following airlines, including: Air China EVA Air Shanghai Airlines China Eastern Airlines Spring Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 1 hour 59 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Taipei (TPE).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Taipei is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 79 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Taipei. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: EVA Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- BR721 (20:22) China Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CI8006 (14:23) Uni Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- B77015 (13:30)
  • To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Taipei, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Feb 26, with one-way flights priced at just $57.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Taipei travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Taipei is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our January flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Taipei on January 26, 2026 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at $45.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Taipei, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (PVG-TPE) is by far the most common option on this route: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
  • The time difference between Taipei and Shanghai is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Shanghai to Taipei

Skylines crowned with tall buildings, busy shopping districts, Japanese colonial architecture and more welcomes you to the contemporary and modern capital of Taiwan. Taipei is famed for its lively nightlife, amazing food, historic monuments, Buddhist temples and natural beauty with geothermal springs and vast national parks.

Tip: Taipei is at its beautiful best between March and May. With the onset of spring, the city is covered with lovely cherry blossoms. The weather is also perfect to enjoy the outdoors. 

Reaching Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is located about 40 kilometers west of Taipei in Taoyuan city, Dayuan district. The modern airport offers a plethora of services and facilities for the convenience of passengers. Besides the shopping arena, food joints, duty-free shops, forex services, ATM’s, free wi-fi, there are sleeping areas for long layovers, shower facilities, and more. Taxis, MRT, shuttle buses and other transit options are easily available for local commuting. 

Shanghai to Taipei flights (SHA - TPE) is frequent and ample. Air Macau and Hong Kong Airlines provide flight from Shanghai to Taipei. Currently, there are no direct flights to Taipei from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Choose a flight with a stopover at Macau or Hong Kong. It will take a minimum of 11 hours and 30 minutes to reach Taipei including the layover time. There are options of direct and connecting flights if you extend your search and include Pudong International Airport, Shanghai and Taipei Songshan Airport, Taiwan. There are over a dozen airlines offering flights service between Shanghai and Taipei.

Tip: Create a price alert on Trip.com and find cheap flights from Shanghai. Travel on a weekday for better airfares.

Explore Taipei

Be prepared for a busy itinerary on your trip to Taipei. Scale the Taipei 101 and enjoy the bird-eye view of the city from the observatory above or visit the National Palace Museum and appreciate the Chinese art and artifacts displayed here. The National Chiang Kaishek Memorial Hall has some picturesque ponds and gardens while the Lungshan Taoist Temple is a historic Buddhist monument. Explore the Wanhua and Datong for the nostalgia of old times or take a day trip to the Maokong tea region on a Gandola ride from the Taipei Zoo. Explore the night markets for local streets to find great bargains and indulge in finger-licking local food. 

Tip: Plan a day trip to Yangmingshan National Park and take a hike to the volcano. Soak in the geothermal springs and feel rejuvenated.

Accommodation in Taipei

There are multiple options of accommodations available in Taipei based on your budget and requirements. Stay in commercial areas of Miramar, Ximenting, Ningxia or Shilin. There are good staying options near popular landmarks of Daan Park, Taipei 101, ki-patauw or Keelung Cheng Huang Temple. Find peaceful rooms near Yangmingshan Hot Springs or Shaoshi Gardens. Staying close to the metro lines can help you save on local travels. The districts of Beitou, Neihu, Nangang, Xinyi have some great hotels with cheap deals. 

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