Question 1

How long is the flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong typically takes around 12 hours 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 34 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 2 to 3 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong are operated by, among others, China Eastern. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Emirates (via Dubai), Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong there are only a few flights per week. It is therefore especially worthwhile to be flexible with your travel dates so you can more easily find a suitable departure day.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 10:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Shanghai Pudong.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 10:30. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong, offers from British Airways, Cathay Pacific and Air Europa are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline suits you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

Which departure days are most popular for flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Madrid to Shanghai Pudong, departures on Monday, Saturday and Thursday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0102, EY0866 16h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0101 20h 20min	Etihad Airways		£476
Best option Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 direct MU0710 12h 50min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (WNZ) FM9527, MU0261 31h 30min	China Eastern Airlines	?	£585
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (MUC) LH1807, LH0726 26h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (MUC) LH0727, LH1800 18h 00min	Lufthansa		£596
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0104, EY0866 29h 05min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0103 31h 50min	Etihad Airways		£479
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0102, EY0866 16h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0101 20h 20min	Etihad Airways		£480
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0102, EY0866 16h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY5748, EY0101 24h 35min	Etihad Airways		£481
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0104, EY0866 29h 05min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0101 20h 20min	Etihad Airways		£498
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0102, EY0866 16h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0101 20h 20min	Etihad Airways		£505
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0102, EY5749 20h 00min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0867, EY0101 20h 20min	Etihad Airways	?	£554
Madrid Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 02/12/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX2033, LX0188 29h 10min	Return 11/12/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0189, LX2026 30h 40min	Swiss International Air Lines	?	£565

Outbound and return from	476,00 £
Flight duration	min. 12:45 / max. 13:40
Return flight duration	min. 14:15/ max. 14:30
Distance	10280 km
Flights per week	7
Departure airport	Airport Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Departure country	Flights from Spain
Arrival airport	Airport Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
Destination country	Flights to China
Departure country - Arrival airport	Spain - Shanghai Pudong
Departure airport - Destination country	Madrid Barajas - China

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