Compare airlines and travel sites in one search No booking fees from us
FlightConnect
Search flights
  1. Home
  2. Flights
  3. Flights from Chisinau
  4. Chisinau to Shanghai
Connecting route · Moldova → China

Flights from Chisinau to Shanghai

There are no direct flights from Chisinau to Shanghai. The easiest way is one stop via Istanbul or Frankfurt, about 13h 22m door to door.

No direct flights · 5 connection options From 13h 22m
RMOSHAIST

Chisinau to Shanghai at a glance

Fastest journey13h 22mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Istanbul or Frankfurt

Best ways to fly from Chisinau to Shanghai

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
RMO Istanbul (IST) SHA
Leg 1: FlyOne, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 22m
Search
2
RMO Frankfurt (FRA) SHA
Leg 1: Lufthansa, HiSky · Leg 2: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Lufthansa
One airline, one ticket ~15h 28m
Search
3
RMO Vienna (VIE) SHA
Leg 1: Austrian Airlines · Leg 2: Austrian Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 17m
Search
4
RMO Athens (ATH) SHA
Leg 1: Aegean Airlines · Leg 2: Juneyao Air
Same alliance ~14h 34m
Search
5
RMO Amsterdam (AMS) SHA
Leg 1: FlyOne · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, KLM
Self-transfer likely ~16h 54m
Search

Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
7,711 km4,789 miles
Journey time
13h 22mestimate
Time difference
+6hShanghai vs Chisinau
Currency in Shanghai
CNY
Airports
RMO → PVG, SHA

Flights from Chisinau to Shanghai: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Chisinau to Shanghai?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Istanbul, Frankfurt and Vienna. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Chisinau to Shanghai?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 13h 22m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,711 km.
Where do you change planes between Chisinau and Shanghai?
The best connecting points are Istanbul (IST), Frankfurt (FRA), Vienna (VIE) and Athens (ATH). FlyOne flies both legs via Istanbul, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Chisinau and Shanghai?
Chisinau: Chişinău International Airport (RMO). Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
What is the time difference between Chisinau and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Chisinau.

More flights from Chisinau

A picturesque view of a medieval street in Tallinn's Old Town, Estonia, showcasing cobblestones and historic buildings.1+ stopTallinnWith a connectionSee the best way to goScenic night view of Sharjah skyline with a full moon reflecting on the water.1+ stopSharjahWith a connectionSee the best way to goNighttime view of Cork city's illuminated canal and buildings, reflecting lights beautifully.1+ stopCorkWith a connectionSee the best way to goA blend of modern and Victorian architecture in Glasgow, Scotland, showcasing urban contrast.1+ stopGlasgowWith a connectionSee the best way to goLower Manhattan skyscrapers and One World Trade Center in New York1+ stopNew YorkWith a connectionSee the best way to goLively Ibiza waterfront scene showcasing vibrant coastal nightlife at sunset.1+ stopIbizaWith a connectionSee the best way to go