How much does a trip to Shanghai cost
A week in Shanghai runs roughly $716–$1720 per person, including the flight from Moscow.
Flights from Moscow
Round-trip now from$477
Cheapest in January — $477
Indicative cached price. Tap the button for live fares.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
Indicative price — see live rates via the link.
Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Shanghai Highlights City Tour
Guided walking tour of key historic landmarks
Shanghai Top Attractions & Museums Pass
Priority entrance tickets to top monuments
Food & Wine TourShanghai Traditional Food & Wine Tour
Taste authentic local dishes and street food
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Shanghai is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
In Shanghai, use a contactless Shanghai Public Transport Card for easy access to metro and buses. Avoid validation mistakes by touching your card at both entry and exit points to prevent unexpected charges. Consider a one-day pass if you plan extensive travel, as it offers flexibility and savings for frequent users.
On-the-ground prices updated: 2026-08-29
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flights | $477 | $477 | $477 |
| Food | $69 | $158 | $317 |
| Transit | $12 | $12 | $12 |
| Stay | $154 | $420 | $910 |
| eSIM | $4 | $4 | $4 |
| Total per person | $716 | $1071 | $1720 |
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What’s next
- Itinerary
- Where else is cheap from Moscow
- Trip budgets for nearby cities
FAQ
- How much money to bring to Shanghai for a week?
- A week in Shanghai costs roughly $716–$1720 per person, including the round-trip flight from Moscow.
- When is it cheaper to fly to Shanghai?
- The cheapest month to fly is January — round-trip from about $477 from Moscow.
- How much is a flight to Shanghai?
- Right now a round-trip Moscow–Shanghai starts around $477. This is an indicative cached price; tap “Find flights” for live fares.
- Is food and transit expensive in Shanghai?
- Food runs $10–$45 a day and city transit about $2. In Shanghai, use a contactless Shanghai Public Transport Card for easy access to metro and buses. Avoid validation mistakes by touching your card at both entry and exit points to prevent unexpected charges. Consider a one-day pass if you plan extensive travel, as it offers flexibility and savings for frequent users.