Are there direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are widely available. Historically, approximately 94.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that do include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates a strong preference and availability for non-stop travel between these two cities.

How many hours is the flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai has a median duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1203 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 0 minutes.

How often do Guangzhou to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Guangzhou to Shanghai route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices over time could be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare.

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Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

A typical journey from Guangzhou to Shanghai takes about 2h 20m. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 1203 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times.

For cheap flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai, fares typically range from $102–$134, with a median of $110. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically June, with a median fare of $102. Following closely are May, with a median of $112, and April, where the median fare is $115. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a lower price.

For direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai, 94.3% of recent fares were for non-stop itineraries. This means almost all itineraries are non-stop, making it very likely you will find a direct option for your travel. For the few itineraries that do connect, they typically involve one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥942 - CN¥1,662

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 942-CNY 1662. The current lowest deal is CNY 810 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 21.

now CN¥810

Low CN¥942

High CN¥1,662

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai is June, with a median price of $102. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $380. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥102

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥380

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

9 Air

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,514

CN¥5,258

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,755

CN¥2,363

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,668

CN¥5,258

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,407

CN¥2,363

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,406

CN¥2,363

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,342

CN¥2,363

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

CN¥1,462 → CN¥749

49%

2 nights

Nov 28 - Nov 30

CN¥1,454 → CN¥749

49%

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

CN¥1,438 → CN¥749

48%

4 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 25

CN¥1,437 → CN¥749

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $110.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai, with a median price of $102.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 20m

The typical direct flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai takes 2 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

94.3% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 94.3% of recent flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers deals on this route

Spring Airlines has historically offered competitive deals for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International is a key departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥813

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$96

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¥905

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Oct 26

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$1,034

$554

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From CAN

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Aug 13

Shanghai, China

71% AI deal score

$553

$387

Save $166

From CAN

Elite

Sep 12

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$735

$731

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China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Sep 17

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 05

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Sep 27

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$733

$731

Save $2

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 04

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 21

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Aug 15

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$834

$804

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Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

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Aug 15

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$811

$804

Save $7

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 14

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,194

Cathay Pacific, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal time to purchase flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $108. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made much further in advance, with flights booked 60+ days out averaging $376. Conversely, last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of departure also see an increase, with an average price of $182.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai is considered to be $102 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $110. Prices typically start to increase significantly above $134.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai, with a median price of $102. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $112. The annual median price for this route is $110, suggesting that prices can fluctuate throughout the year.

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Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥942 - CN¥1,662

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 942-CNY 1662. The current lowest deal is CNY 810 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 21.

now CN¥810

Low CN¥942

High CN¥1,662

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥102

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥380

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

9 Air

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,514

CN¥5,258

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,755

CN¥2,363

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,668

CN¥5,258

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,407

CN¥2,363

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,406

CN¥2,363

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥1,342

CN¥2,363

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

CN¥1,462 → CN¥749

49%

2 nights

Nov 28 - Nov 30

CN¥1,454 → CN¥749

49%

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

CN¥1,438 → CN¥749

48%

4 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 25

CN¥1,437 → CN¥749

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $110.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai, with a median price of $102.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 20m

The typical direct flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai takes 2 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

94.3% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 94.3% of recent flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers deals on this route

Spring Airlines has historically offered competitive deals for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International is a key departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥813

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$96

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¥905

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$1,034

$554

Save $480

From CAN

Elite

Aug 13

Shanghai, China

71% AI deal score

$553

$387

Save $166

From CAN

Elite

Sep 12

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$735

$731

Save $4

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Sep 17

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 05

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Sep 27

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$733

$731

Save $2

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 04

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 21

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$731

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Aug 15

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$834

$804

Save $30

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Aug 15

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$811

$804

Save $7

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 14

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,194

Cathay Pacific, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 20m

94.3% of flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers deals on this route

Deals appear frequently

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Oct 26

Aug 13

Sep 12

Sep 17

Oct 05

Sep 27

Oct 04

Oct 24

Oct 21

Aug 15

Aug 15

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

When should I buy Guangzhou to Shanghai tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

Are there direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

How many hours is the flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

How often do Guangzhou to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Guangzhou

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 20m

94.3% of flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers deals on this route

Deals appear frequently

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Oct 26

Aug 13

Sep 12

Sep 17

Oct 05

Sep 27

Oct 04

Oct 24

Oct 21

Aug 15

Aug 15

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

When should I buy Guangzhou to Shanghai tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai?