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

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and travel season. Weigh the convenience against potential cost savings when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Chongqing to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal cheaper options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Chongqing 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 at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Chongqing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

A typical journey from Chongqing to Shanghai takes about 2h 30m, including itineraries with connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time you can expect when flying between these two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chongqing to Shanghai, prices are typically $242–$879, with a median of $499. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 22% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower fares can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai is often in August, with a median fare of $191. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $216. You may also find more affordable options in October, where the median fare is $322.

When flying from Chongqing to Shanghai, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once. Specifically, 46.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The route from Chongqing to Shanghai covers a distance of 1461 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it convenient for short trips or business travel.

How much is a round trip from Chongqing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥801 - CN¥1,467

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

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 801 and CNY 1467. The current lowest deal is CNY 667 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Feb 5-Feb 24.

now CN¥667

Low CN¥801

High CN¥1,467

The cheapest time to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai is August, with a median price of 139 USD. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of 870 USD. Prices are generally lower from August to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥139

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥870

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Shanghai Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chongqing to Shanghai

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,310

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,115

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,160

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥811

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,137

CN¥811

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,117

CN¥811

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,994 → CN¥940

53%

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

CN¥1,982 → CN¥954

52%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

CN¥1,973 → CN¥1,027

48%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

CN¥1,941 → CN¥1,047

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Chongqing - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Chongqing to Shanghai are above the typical level, with 22% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August, September, and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, August ($191), September ($216), and October ($322) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 30m.

The median flight duration for direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights.

Direct flights make up 46.6% of routes, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines offer direct routes.

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines provide direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Chongqing main airports to depart from

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International is a convenient departure airport for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from Chongqing city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥704

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥630

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,019

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider using flight comparison websites to check various airlines and online travel agencies. Being flexible with your travel dates and times can often lead to better deals. Also, look into setting up price alerts for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, may help secure better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends can be beneficial. Last-minute bookings sometimes offer deals, but this is not always reliable.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may provide more choices for your journey. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Chongqing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chongqing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥801 - CN¥1,467

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

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 801 and CNY 1467. The current lowest deal is CNY 667 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Feb 5-Feb 24.

now CN¥667

Low CN¥801

High CN¥1,467

The cheapest time to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥139

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥870

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Shanghai Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chongqing to Shanghai

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,310

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,115

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,160

CN¥804

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥811

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,137

CN¥811

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CKG - Shanghai

Chongqing (CKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,117

CN¥811

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,994 → CN¥940

53%

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

CN¥1,982 → CN¥954

52%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

CN¥1,973 → CN¥1,027

48%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

CN¥1,941 → CN¥1,047

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Chongqing - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Chongqing to Shanghai are above the typical level, with 22% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August, September, and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, August ($191), September ($216), and October ($322) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 30m.

The median flight duration for direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights.

Direct flights make up 46.6% of routes, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines offer direct routes.

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines provide direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Chongqing main airports to depart from

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International is a convenient departure airport for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from Chongqing city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥704

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥630

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,019

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$660

Air China

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Chongqing to Shanghai

Chongqing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chongqing to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Chongqing to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Chongqing - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

August, September, and October are historically cheapest.

Direct flights average 2h 30m.

Mixed availability of direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines offer direct routes.

Deals are rare for this route.

Chongqing 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

Mar 04

Mar 04

Feb 08

Mar 04

Mar 05

Mar 04

Mar 04

Mar 18

Mar 16

Feb 08

Feb 04

Feb 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Chongqing to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Chongqing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chongqing to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Direct flights from Chongqing to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Chongqing to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chongqing to Shanghai

Chongqing - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

August, September, and October are historically cheapest.

Direct flights average 2h 30m.

Mixed availability of direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines offer direct routes.

Deals are rare for this route.

Chongqing 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

Mar 04

Mar 04

Feb 08

Mar 04

Mar 05

Mar 04

Mar 04

Mar 18

Mar 16

Feb 08

Feb 04

Feb 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Chongqing to Shanghai?

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