How long is the flight from Tehran to Shanghai?

Direct flights from Tehran to Shanghai typically take around 8h 04m. The great-circle distance is approximately 6,443 km.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tehran to Shanghai?

As a general industry pattern, mid-week flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to be cheaper — see the cheapest-day page for real fare data on this route where available.

Which airlines fly from Tehran to Shanghai?

Use our flight search above to see live availability and compare prices across airlines flying Tehran to Shanghai.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tehran to Shanghai?

For the best fares, aim to book 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season and 2–4 weeks during off-peak periods. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear within 14 days of departure.

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Direct Flights: Tehran to Shanghai

8h 04m

Flight time

6,443 km

Distance

Airport pairs

Find non-stop flights from Tehran to Shanghai — no layovers, no connections. The route covers 6,443 km with a typical flight time of 8h 04m. Shanghai is located in China.

Direct airport connections

IKA

Imam Khomeini International Airport

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PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

IKA

Imam Khomeini International Airport

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SHA

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Best time to book

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More about this route

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Nearby airports

Near Tehran

Mehrabad International Airport (THR)34 km
Payam Airport (PYK)50 km

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

FAQs — Direct Flights Tehran to Shanghai

Yes, there are non-stop flights operating between Tehran and Shanghai. Flight time is approximately 8h 04m.