Cheap flights from Fortaleza to Shanghai
Cheap flights from Fortaleza to Shanghai all involve at least one connection, so the day is longer than a nonstop flight would be. Fortaleza and Shanghai sit on opposite sides of the globe, and most itineraries pair a Brazilian segment with a European or long-haul leg. Compare the total travel time and the connection risk before choosing a fare.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Latam Airlines BrasilJJ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 23 Nov 2026 | from $1,570 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 AzulAD | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 27 Apr 2027 | from $1,750 | Search 27 Apr 2027 |
 IberiaIB | with a stop | — | 25 Apr 2027 | from $1,933 | Search 25 Apr 2027 |
 LATAM AirlinesLA | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 6 Nov 2026 | from $2,313 | Search 6 Nov 2026 |
 TAP PortugalTP | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 25 Apr 2027 | from $3,045 | Search 25 Apr 2027 |
 Air FranceAF | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 8 Nov 2026 | from $3,434 | Search 8 Nov 2026 |
 Turkish AirlinesTK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 6 Nov 2026 | from $3,903 | Search 6 Nov 2026 |
 GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.G3 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 6 Nov 2026 | from $3,974 | Search 6 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $1,621.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $3,903 | 6 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $1,634 | 31 Dec 2026 | |
| February 2027 | from $1,621 | 16 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $1,675 | 19 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $1,702 | 25 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $1,702 | 3 May 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Fortaleza | Pinto Martins FOR | 7 km |
| Shanghai | Pudong International PVG | 34 km |
| Shanghai | Hongqiao International SHA | 12 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
November is the cheapest month shown for this route. December, February, March, April and May also carry dated fares, so compare those months before deciding. Expect tighter availability around Christmas and school holidays, and consider midweek departures if your dates are flexible. Book earlier when a connection is involved, because missed links are harder to fix than on a direct route.
Airlines and what to expect
Because there is no nonstop flight on this route, every fare involves at least one connection and its transfer time. The listed carriers are LATAM Airlines, Latam Airlines Brasil, Azul, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., Iberia, Air France and TAP Portugal, mixing Brazilian and European airlines. What each fare includes can differ, so check baggage, meals, seat selection and change rules before paying. A cheaper base fare can cost more once bags are added.
Arriving — Shanghai
Shanghai is served by Pudong International and Hongqiao International, so check which airport your ticket names. Pudong handles much of the long-haul traffic and can involve longer walks, queues and transfers; Hongqiao can be the simpler arrival for some itineraries. From either airport, use the metro, airport buses, taxis or ride-hailing to reach the centre, and confirm the terminal before you leave. Keep your passport and arrival details ready for immigration.
Before you go: China
- Currency
- CNY (¥)
- Power sockets
- Type A, C, I · 220 V
- Language
- Putonghua
- Emergency number
- 110, 119, 120
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +86
- Internet domain
- .cn, .中国
- Population of Shanghai
- 24.9 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC+08 (Asia/Shanghai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check passport validity and any visa or entry rules for China before booking.
- Confirm whether your ticket lands at Pudong International or Hongqiao International.
- Check baggage, meals and seat rules for every carrier on the itinerary.
- Compare connection times and avoid separate tickets unless you accept missed-connection risk.
- Recheck dated fares for November and nearby months before paying.
- Allow extra time if your route changes airports in Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
Fortaleza – Shanghai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $1,621. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Fortaleza – Shanghai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Latam Airlines Brasil, Azul, Iberia, LATAM Airlines, TAP Portugal, Air France, Turkish Airlines, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A..
Fortaleza – Shanghai: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Fortaleza to Shanghai?
The distance is about 16,309 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 20 h 20 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Fortaleza – Shanghai?
Fortaleza: Pinto Martins (FOR). Shanghai: Pudong International (PVG), Hongqiao International (SHA).
What is the time difference between Fortaleza and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 11 h ahead of Fortaleza.
Fortaleza — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | TAP Portugal | direct | 4 Dec 2026 | from $348 |
| Madrid | Iberia | direct | 17 Nov 2026 | from $375 |
| Paris | Iberia | with a stop | 5 Dec 2026 | from $443 |
| Barcelona | Iberia | with a stop | 8 Dec 2026 | from $450 |
| Berlin | Iberia | with a stop | 10 Dec 2026 | from $498 |
| Vienna | GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. | with a stop | 13 Dec 2026 | from $1,089 |
| Rome | GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. | with a stop | 21 Mar 2027 | from $1,209 |
| Warsaw | LATAM Airlines | with a stop | 20 Jan 2027 | from $1,402 |