What percentage of Hong Kong to Shanghai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 82.5% of flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai were direct. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route can expect a non-stop journey. For those flights that do involve a stopover, the median number of stopovers has typically been one. This high percentage of direct flights offers convenience for travelers.

How many hours is the flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai typically takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 150 minutes for the 1256 km distance. Flights with one stopover, however, have a significantly longer median duration, typically around 9 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should consider this difference when planning their journey.

How often do Hong Kong to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Hong Kong to Shanghai route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find deals on this popular route. Over the trailing 30 days, price fluctuations have been common, indicating a dynamic market. Those looking for more affordable options should monitor prices consistently.

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Hong Kong to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

The journey from Hong Kong to Shanghai covers a distance of 1256 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai, you will find fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual for this route.

Fares for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai typically range from $125–$263, with a median of $182. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices. For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai, the data shows that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $127. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $131, followed by May at a median of $143.

When flying from Hong Kong to Shanghai, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 82.5% of recent fares being direct flights. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Hong Kong to Shanghai takes approximately 2h 30m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of direct flights on this route, making for a relatively quick travel experience between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Regular price: $112 - $234

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

The regular price range for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai is between 112 USD and 234 USD. The current lowest deal is 130 USD with Spring Airlines for travel from Nov 12-Nov 24.

now $130

Low $112

High $234

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai is May, with a median price of $143. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $262. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $143

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $262

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$323

$238

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$359

$261

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$323

$216

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

$216

$169

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$296

$238

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hong Kong Airlines

$218

$185

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$352 → $203

42%

5 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 21

$341 → $216

37%

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$356 → $237

33%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$367 → $266

28%

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Hong Kong - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Hong Kong to Shanghai are above the typical level at $130.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $127.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

The median flight time for direct routes to Shanghai is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

82.5% of recent flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hong Kong Airlines offers direct flights

Hong Kong Airlines provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider deals from Spring Airlines

A recent deal from Spring Airlines offered a flight for $130.

Hong Kong main airports to depart from

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$166

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have shown an average price of $198. Booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, has historically resulted in higher average prices of around $275. Conversely, last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of departure also tend to be more expensive, averaging $238.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is considered to be around $125. The median price observed for this route over the same period was $182. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed flights costing $263 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $125 threshold.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai, with a median price of $127. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $131. The annual median price for this route is $182, indicating that these months provide significant savings compared to the yearly average. May has historically shown a median price of $143.

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Hong Kong to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Regular price: $112 - $234

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

The regular price range for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai is between 112 USD and 234 USD. The current lowest deal is 130 USD with Spring Airlines for travel from Nov 12-Nov 24.

now $130

Low $112

High $234

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

May

Cheapest

Flights from $143

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $262

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$323

$238

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$359

$261

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$323

$216

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

$216

$169

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

$296

$238

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Shanghai

Hong Kong (HKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hong Kong Airlines

$218

$185

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$352 → $203

42%

5 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 21

$341 → $216

37%

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$356 → $237

33%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$367 → $266

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Hong Kong to Shanghai are above the typical level at $130.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $127.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

The median flight time for direct routes to Shanghai is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

82.5% of recent flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hong Kong Airlines offers direct flights

Hong Kong Airlines provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider deals from Spring Airlines

A recent deal from Spring Airlines offered a flight for $130.

Hong Kong main airports to depart from

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

Shanghai, China

70% AI deal score

$672

$556

Save $116

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Hong Kong Airlines offers direct flights

Consider deals from Spring Airlines

Hong Kong 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

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Oct 21

Oct 19

Sep 19

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

How much should a flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

What percentage of Hong Kong to Shanghai flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

How often do Hong Kong to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Hong Kong

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Hong Kong to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai

Hong Kong - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Hong Kong Airlines offers direct flights

Consider deals from Spring Airlines

Hong Kong 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

How much should a flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai?