China Southern Airlines is offering a business class deal from Madrid to Shanghai, starting at just €1,376. This offer includes 2×32 kg of checked luggage, plus all the business class perks. Departures are available from December 2025 to March 2026.
For inbound departures before March 28, you’ll need to spend the night in Guangzhou to connect with the Madrid flight that departs at 10:50 the next morning. For example, if you depart in March and return in April, you have a short layover in Guangzhou. The only way to avoid the overnight stay for inbounds departing before April, it is to book an outbound leg with two stops (usually via Amsterdam or London and Beijing).
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Trip.com with your selected flight dates.
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First, you’ll fly from Madrid to Guangzhou onboard a Boeing 787 with a 1-2-1 business-class configuration. The flight takes just under 13 hours. After a layover in Guangzhou, you’ll continue to Shanghai on a China Southern Airbus A320-family aircraft in a 2-2 configuration with recliner seats, although some flights are operated by widebody aircraft.
Until December 2026, citizens of 34 countries in Europe may enter China for 30 days without applying for a visa.
Search & Book
This deal does not have an expiration date, but a minimum stay of six days or a Saturday overnight stay, and a maximum stay of twelve months apply. Departures are available from December 2025 to March 2026.
You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on China Southern’s website.
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.
Miles & Points
This ticket is issued in booking class I. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal:
- 15,684 Award Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 14,258 Award Miles on Flying Blue
- 14,258 Award Miles on American AAdvantage
- 14,258 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 14,258 Award Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 14,258 Avios on The British Airways Club
- 14,258 Miles on Air Europa Suma
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Destination
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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Cover Picture: The Bund, Shanghai | Ditmar Lange