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June 20 - June 22

Cheapest

Best

XIY - Shanghai

$257

$129

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June 20 - June 21

Cheapest

Best

XIY - Shanghai

$258

$129

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June 19 - June 22

Cheapest

Best

XIY - Shanghai

$255

$129

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June 19 - June 20

Cheapest

Best

XIY - Shanghai

$258

$129

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June 18 - June 22

Earliest

XIY - Shanghai

$254

$133

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June 18 - June 21

Earliest

XIY - Shanghai

$256

$133

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June 20 - June 24

XIY - Shanghai

$253

$145

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June 20 - June 23

XIY - Shanghai

$255

$145

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June 19 - June 24

XIY - Shanghai

$239

$145

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June 19 - June 23

XIY - Shanghai

$253

$145

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Insights for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai

Right now, 7% of recent fares for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $134–$299, with a median price of $151. Current fares are near the typical level for this route.

For those seeking cheap flights from Xi'an to Shanghai, the cheapest time to fly is often March, with a median fare of $128. Other cost-effective months include May, where the median fare is $146, and June, with a median fare of $147.

A typical journey from Xi'an to Shanghai takes about 2h 20m. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 1273 kilometers.

When flying from Xi'an to Shanghai, 91.8% of recent fares are for direct flights, meaning almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Xi'an to Shanghai

Regular price: $206 - $270

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai is $206 to $270. The current lowest deal is $129 with Spring Airlines for travel from Jun 20-Jun 22.

now $129

Low $206

High $270

The cheapest time to fly from Xi'an to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Siauliai to Shanghai is March, with a median price of $128. The most expensive month to fly is November, with a median price of $320. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $128

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $320

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Direct flights from Xi'an to Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Xi'an to Shanghai

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

$254

$133

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

$256

$133

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

$258

$161

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (PVG)

Antinea Airlines

$250

$173

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (PVG)

Antinea Airlines

$247

$176

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XIY - Shanghai

Xi'an (XIY) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

$225

$177

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$258 → $129

50%

1 night

Jun 19 - Jun 20

$258 → $129

50%

2 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 22

$257 → $129

50%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$255 → $129

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Xi'an to Shanghai

Xi'an - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Xi'an to Shanghai are below the typical level at $129.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Xi'an to Shanghai, with a median price of $128.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 20m

A direct flight from Xi'an to Shanghai typically takes 2 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

91.8% of deals are direct

Historically, 91.8% of deals for this route are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai are frequent, with 0.87 deals per day.

Xi'an main airports to depart from

Xi an Xianyang International (XIY)

Cheapest

Fly from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport for flights to Shanghai, offering a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$129

Xiguan Airport (SIA)

Depart from Xiguan Airport for your trip to Shanghai.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car, metro, bus).

💸 Flights from ~$129

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is another arrival option for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai.

📍 ~36 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car, metro, maglev, bus).

💸 Flights from ~$148

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Consider this major international hub for its extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail, approx. 45-60 minutes, though additional transit time from rail station is needed).

💸 Flights from ~$172

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

This airport is a convenient alternative, especially for the Suzhou-Wuxi-Shanghai industrial corridor, and is less congested.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail).

💸 Flights from ~$190

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

A primary regional hub with high flight frequency and very frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail).

💸 Flights from ~$150

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

This airport offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail or car, though bridge traffic can be unpredictable).

💸 Flights from ~$202

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

A geographically close alternative for domestic routes, potentially helping to avoid Shanghai airspace delays.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$155

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Xi'an to Shanghai are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $181. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $287. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out usually results in an average price of $302. Prices tend to be higher for very early or very last-minute bookings across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Xi'an to Shanghai is considered to be $134 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $151. Fares around $299 or higher are typically in the more expensive range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $134 threshold.

Historically, March offers the cheapest flights from Xi'an to Shanghai, with a median price of $128. May and June also tend to have competitive prices, with median fares of $146 and $147 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $151. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider flying during these months.

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