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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
128%Trains are 128% more expensive in Bangkok than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.88
Bangkok$2.01
MealMid-priced restaurant
39%A meal in Bangkok is 39% cheaper than a meal in Shanghai.
Shanghai$7.70
Bangkok$4.73
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
53%A taxi fare in Bangkok is 53% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$3.52
Bangkok$1.65
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
25%Coffee in Bangkok is 25% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$5.53
Bangkok$4.15
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 21.41 THB
1 THB = 0.05 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 24/03
Distance: 2890 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Bangkok airports
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)How far from city centre: 29 kms
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)How far from city centre: 21 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Bangkok

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Bangkok?
The total flight time between Shanghai and Bangkok is of around 04:39 hours on average, considering an average distance of 2,893 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Bangkok at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok is $131. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Bangkok expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Bangkok costs an average of 1.65 AUD, 53% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 3.52 AUD,

while train tickets costs 128% more in Bangkok: 2.01 AUD against 0.88 AUD in Shanghai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 4.73 AUD in Bangkok, 39% less than the 7.70 AUD in Shanghai.

The price of the coffee is around 25% cheaper in Bangkok, with an average of 4.15 AUD, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 5.53 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Bangkok?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Thailand may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Bangkok compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Bangkok's temperatures can go up to 37.39 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 19.12 ºC in Bangkok, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3 mm precipitation, while Bangkok have an average of 12 mm rain level.

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