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Flights from Shanghai to Antananarivo

There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Antananarivo. The easiest way is one stop via Dubai or Addis Ababa, about 16h 47m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 16h 47m
SHATNRDXB

Shanghai to Antananarivo at a glance

Fastest journey16h 47mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Dubai or Addis Ababa

Best ways to fly from Shanghai to Antananarivo

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

1
SHA Dubai (DXB) TNR
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Emirates · Leg 2: Emirates
One airline, one ticket ~16h 47m
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2
SHA Addis Ababa (ADD) TNR
Leg 1: Ethiopian Airlines · Leg 2: Ethiopian Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~17h 34m
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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
9,652 km5,994 miles
Journey time
16h 47mestimate
Time difference
-5hAntananarivo vs Shanghai
Currency in Antananarivo
USD
Airports
PVG, SHA → TNR

Flights from Shanghai to Antananarivo: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Antananarivo?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Dubai and Addis Ababa. 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 Shanghai to Antananarivo?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 16h 47m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 9,652 km.
Where do you change planes between Shanghai and Antananarivo?
The best connecting points are Dubai (DXB) and Addis Ababa (ADD). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Dubai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Shanghai and Antananarivo?
Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Antananarivo: Ivato International Airport (TNR).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Antananarivo?
Antananarivo is 5 hours behind Shanghai.

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