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Beijing to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 680
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week834

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai is AED 680. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Shanghai.
China Eastern, Air China and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai.
There are 834 flights per week flying from Beijing to Shanghai, as of April 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai is usually May.
If you're flying from Beijing, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the center of Shanghai. We've found flights to this airport from AED 680.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Shanghai on Friday, May 10, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is China Eastern.

There are two airports in Shanghai – Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. All flights go to both airports in Bangkok. There are three airlines operating flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Hainan Airlines There are seven flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China United Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and XiamenAir.

* This information is correct as of June 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is the main international airport in Shanghai situated around 30km from the city. There are many dining and drinking establishments available for a meal or a quick drink in addition to an array of shops to pick up all your essentials. The airport is comprised of two passenger terminals and the newest is Terminal 2, which was inaugurated in 2008. One of the easiest ways to reach central Shanghai once you have landed is on the Shanghai Metro Line 2, although there are also many airport buses available.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Airport Information - Departing

Beijing Capital International Airport is the main airport in Beijing comprised of three passenger terminals. As you would expect of a large modern airport, there are a wide range of shops to browse through including the latest designer and luxury goods and basic travel shops for all your essentials. The airport also offers a varied selection of places to eat and drink whether it’s somewhere to have a quick snack or to sit down with a meal. The quickest way to reach the airport from central Beijing is on the Airport Express train which takes around 30 minutes.

Beijing Nanyuan Airport is the secondary airport serving Beijing which will continue in this capacity until the opening of Beijing’s new airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport. Once this new airport is open Beijing Nanyuan Airport will eventually stop offering commercial flights and operations will move to the new airport. Whilst staying at the airport you will find all of the basic amenities and services you would need whether its somewhere to grab a bite to eat or shops to browse through.

What to Expect in Shanghai

The weather in Shanghai varies considerably depending on the time of year, as its hot and humid summers soon change into chilly winters. You won’t need to arrange a visa when traveling from Beijing to Shanghai as it is a domestic route, but you will still need to bring your travel documents including your passport in order to fly. Check out the top hotels in Shanghai to get the most out of your trip.


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