Are direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient and quickest option, but they are not always the cheapest. Flights with layovers can sometimes offer significant savings, though they will extend your travel time. Your best option depends on your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Guangzhou to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons are often more affordable than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Guangzhou to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes or making changes to your reservation. Factor these into your total travel budget.

Flights From Guangzhou

To Shanghai

Flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai — [2026]

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Today’s best flight deals from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Guangzhou to Shanghai

2027-02-24 – 2027-02-25
CAN - Shanghai
46% AI deal score
CN¥837
CN¥787
Round trip
2027-02-24 – 2027-02-27
CAN - Shanghai
46% AI deal score
CN¥844
CN¥787
Round trip
2027-02-24 – 2027-02-28
CAN - Shanghai
46% AI deal score
CN¥845
CN¥787
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-05
CAN - Shanghai
80% AI deal score
CN¥1,684
CN¥800
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-03
CAN - Shanghai
75% AI deal score
CN¥1,715
CN¥800
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-04
CAN - Shanghai
80% AI deal score
CN¥1,695
CN¥800
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-07
CAN - Shanghai
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,515
CN¥800
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-06
CAN - Shanghai
79% AI deal score
CN¥1,594
CN¥800
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-02
CAN - Shanghai
80% AI deal score
CN¥1,722
CN¥827
Round trip
2026-10-28 – 2026-11-04
CAN - Shanghai
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,417
CN¥827
Round trip

Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

For cheap flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai, fares typically range from $168–$588, with a median of $225. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, offering opportunities to find competitive pricing.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai, the data shows that July is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $105. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $189, followed by August at a median of $222.

A typical journey from Guangzhou to Shanghai takes about 2h 20m. This duration reflects the median flight time for all itineraries. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, you can expect a direct flight to also take approximately 2h 20m. Connecting flights, when they occur, have a significantly longer median duration of 8h 30m.

When flying from Guangzhou to Shanghai, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 73.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This high percentage of direct flights indicates that most travelers can find convenient non-stop options for this route.

The distance between Guangzhou and Shanghai is 1203 kilometers. This makes the route a short-haul flight, typically characterized by shorter travel times and often more frequent service.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥696 - CN¥1,622

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

The regular price range for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai is between CNY 696 and CNY 1622. The current lowest deal is CNY 787 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Feb 24 to Feb 25.

now CN¥787

Low CN¥696

High CN¥1,622

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai is July, with a median price of $105. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $721. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥105

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥721

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Shenzhen Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,807

CN¥944

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air China

CN¥1,533

CN¥977

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,748

CN¥858

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,397

CN¥878

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,308

CN¥884

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,755

CN¥884

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 1 - Nov 2

CN¥1,722 → CN¥887

48%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,656 → CN¥827

50%

4 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 5

CN¥1,684 → CN¥860

49%

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

CN¥1,649 → CN¥854

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Guangzhou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 5% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai, with a median of $105.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 20m

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai typically take 2h 20m, while connecting flights average 8h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

73.9% of recent deals are for direct flights. Shenzhen Airlines and Spring Airlines offer direct routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has a deal for $787

Spring Airlines offers a deal for $787 from Guangzhou to Shanghai, departing February 24, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, with a 30-day deal cadence.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥751

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥790

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¥932

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

46% AI deal score

$752

Air China

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, may result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's useful to monitor prices if your schedule allows for flexibility. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and other factors.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares, depending on your specific travel plans. While it may add to travel time, the savings could be worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when choosing.

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Guangzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

The distance between Guangzhou and Shanghai is 1203 kilometers. This makes the route a short-haul flight, typically characterized by shorter travel times and often more frequent service.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥696 - CN¥1,622

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

The regular price range for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai is between CNY 696 and CNY 1622. The current lowest deal is CNY 787 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Feb 24 to Feb 25.

now CN¥787

Low CN¥696

High CN¥1,622

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥105

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥721

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Shenzhen Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,807

CN¥944

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air China

CN¥1,533

CN¥977

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,748

CN¥858

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,397

CN¥878

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,308

CN¥884

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Shanghai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,755

CN¥884

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 1 - Nov 2

CN¥1,722 → CN¥887

48%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,656 → CN¥827

50%

4 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 5

CN¥1,684 → CN¥860

49%

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

CN¥1,649 → CN¥854

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai