Are there direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai are widely available. Historically, approximately 95.5% of all flights on this route have been direct. For the small percentage of flights that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This data reflects trends observed over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Beijing to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Beijing to Shanghai typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1100 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 10 hours and 50 minutes. The median direct flight time is 130 minutes, while flights with one stop average 650 minutes.

How often do Beijing to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Prices for flights from Beijing to Shanghai historically experience frequent drops. This route is classified as having frequent price fluctuations. Travelers can typically expect to see opportunities for price changes. This assessment is based on observations over a 30-day period.

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Beijing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Shanghai

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai, July and June stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of just $114. May also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $120. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travel on this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Beijing to Shanghai typically range from $112–$220, with a median price of $126. Current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Beijing to Shanghai, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 95.5% of recent fares being direct flights. This high percentage of direct options means you are very likely to find convenient non-stop service for your journey. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Beijing to Shanghai takes approximately 2h 10m, including any connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai. Non-stop flights also have a median duration of 2h 10m, ensuring a quick and efficient travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥954 - CN¥1,845

Prices for flights from Beijing to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 954 and CNY 1845. The current lowest deal is CNY 1029 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,029

Low CN¥954

High CN¥1,845

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai is June, with a median price of $114. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $272. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥114

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥272

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Direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Beijing to Shanghai

Mon, Jul 27

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PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,496

CN¥1,104

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

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PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,501

CN¥1,165

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

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PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,505

CN¥1,199

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

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PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,499

CN¥1,117

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

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PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,503

CN¥1,192

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PKX - Shanghai

Beijing (PKX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,925

CN¥1,239

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beijing to Shanghai

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

CN¥2,681 → CN¥1,517

43%

7 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 19

CN¥2,911 → CN¥1,896

35%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

CN¥2,797 → CN¥1,862

33%

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

CN¥1,959 → CN¥1,117

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Beijing to Shanghai

Beijing - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Beijing to Shanghai are above the typical level of $126.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July or June for the best prices.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Beijing to Shanghai are July and June, with median prices of $114.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 10m.

The typical direct flight from Beijing to Shanghai takes 2h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

95.5% of recent flights are direct.

Most flights on this route are direct, with 95.5% of recent flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Beijing to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Beijing main airports to depart from

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Beijing to Shanghai.

📍 ~40 km from Beijing (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Beijing to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,064

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Beijing to Shanghai are found when booking between 7 and 13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $132. Booking within 6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $140. Conversely, booking 60 or more days out can result in significantly higher average prices, reaching approximately $274.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Beijing to Shanghai is considered to be $112 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $126. Prices can range, with 75% of fares typically falling below $220. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the months of July and June have offered the cheapest median prices for flights from Beijing to Shanghai, both averaging $114. May also presents a favorable option with a median price of $120. The annual median price for this route is typically $126. These trends are based on data observed over a 270-day period.

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Beijing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Beijing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥954 - CN¥1,845

Prices for flights from Beijing to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 954 and CNY 1845. The current lowest deal is CNY 1029 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,029

Low CN¥954

High CN¥1,845

The cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Shanghai

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥114

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥272

Jan

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec