China Southern is launching a new route to Madrid in December, and this opens an opportunity for cheap flights to China during the first two months of the route. While the flight from Madrid connects the Spanish capital with their hub in Guangzhou, the cheapest prices can be achieved by adding a connecting flight to Shanghai, making prices for a round-trip drop to only €309, including 23 kg of checked luggage.
Our calendar displays the cheapest dates in green. You can either be redirected to Skyscanner or pay ~€20 more on China Southern’s website:
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You can fly both to Shanghai Pudong airport, as well as to Shanghai Hongqiao. Either way, you’ll be flying from Madrid to Guangzhou first, onboard a Boeing 787 with a 3-3-3 economy class configuration. The flight takes a bit under 13 hours. After a short layover in Guangzhou, you’ll then continue to Shanghai, usually with an Airbus A320 family plane. That flight takes roughly 2 hours.
Until December 2025, citizens of 33 countries in Europe may enter China for 30 days without applying for a visa. It is currently unclear if this policy will be continued in 2026.
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The fare has no expiration date and can thus be withdrawn anytime. The minimum stay requirement is 6 days or one Sunday. Furthermore, your stay cannot exceed 3 months. The cheapest price is available in December and January.
You can use Google Flights to find available dates, or our calendar above. You then have the choice of either booking the tickets through Skyscanner or paying ~€20 more directly on China Southern’s website.
Miles & Points
The tickets are issued in booking class T. That means that you should be getting:
- 3,590 Award Miles on Flying Blue
- 3,590 Award Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
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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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