SkyTeam member China Eastern Airlines, together with its subsidiary Shanghai Airlines is offering non-stop premium economy flights from Budapest to Shanghai starting at €671 (~HUF 262,463). There are only a few available dates in November and early December. The fare includes two checked bags.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to the Travel-Dealz.com flight search with your selected flight dates. You can also try China Eastern’s website, but we cannot redirect there.
You would fly China Eastern’s subsidiary, Shanghai Airlines. They operate Boeing 787s, which have a 2-3-2 configuration in premium economy.
Search & Book
The fare rules do not state how long this fare will remain valid. There is a minimum stay of 6 nights or a Saturday night and a maximum stay of 12 months.
You can use our calendar above that will show you availabilities. Once you selected your dates, it will forward you to the Travel-Dealz Flight Search with your preselected flight dates. You can also search more specifically on Google Flights (instructions) for example by setting filters. You can then use our Go2 browser extension to book your flights.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
China Eastern issues these tickets in booking class P. This is what this trip would earn you:
- 15,592 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 12,992 RDM + 2,598 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 11,434 Award Miles + 48 XP on Flying Blue
- 11,434 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 11,434 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 11,434 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 11,434 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 11,434 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 11,434 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 11,434 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 11,434 Award Miles + 100 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 10,394 Award Miles on Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
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Destination
Hotel prices in Shanghai usually start at roughly €50, depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
To avoid getting a visa, you can book a Cebu Pacific flight to Manila at €77[/c], which would allow you to spend up to six days in China visa-free.
Information & Tips for Shanghai
Shanghai is known for its stunning skyline, with landmarks like the Oriental Pearl Tower, the Bund, and the futuristic Pudong district. The city also offers cultural sights like the Yuyuan Garden and the Shanghai Museum. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and credit cards are widely accepted. Shanghai is a relatively expensive city, particularly in tourist areas, but affordable options are available for food and accommodation. The weather is humid subtropical, with hot, rainy summers and mild winters, making the best time to visit during spring and autumn when temperatures are more comfortable.
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Information & Tips for China
China offers a wide range of sights, from historical landmarks like the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army, and the Forbidden City to modern cities like Shanghai and scenic areas such as Zhangjiajie and Guilin. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and mobile payments via apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used, though cash is still accepted. Prices vary—major cities can be moderate to expensive, while rural areas are generally more affordable. Weather conditions differ greatly by region, with cold winters in the north, hot, humid summers in the south, and a generally best travel period in spring or autumn.
China has a highly developed transport system, especially in urban and coastal areas. Most major cities have extensive metro networks that are cheap, efficient, and easy to navigate with English signage. For travel between cities, the high-speed rail network is one of the most advanced in the world, connecting even distant regions quickly and reliably. In rural or less-developed areas, transport options can be more limited and slower, but basic bus or train connections are usually available.
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