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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Nanjing to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on less popular days of the week or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Nanjing 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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Nanjing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

Fares for cheap flights from Nanjing to Shanghai typically range from $398–$878, with a median of $603. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and 39% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Deals are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be helpful.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai, October stands out with a median fare of $167. December also offers lower prices, with a median of $175. Following these, September presents a median fare of $447.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 5% of recent fares being direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Nanjing to Shanghai, including connections, takes about 1h 0m. For those itineraries that are non-stop, the median flight time is 1h 0m, while connecting flights have a median duration of 7h 10m.

The distance between Nanjing and Shanghai is 287 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Nanjing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥655 - CN¥1,076

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

The regular price range for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai is CNY 655 to CNY 1076. The current lowest deal is CNY 750 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Dec 7.

now CN¥750

Low CN¥655

High CN¥1,076

The cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai is October, with a median price of $167. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $775. Prices are generally lower from September to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥167

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥775

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nanjing to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,037

CN¥977

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥993

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥992

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥992

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,037

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥993

CN¥850

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

CN¥1,420 → CN¥771

46%

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

CN¥1,420 → CN¥771

46%

2 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 12

CN¥1,414 → CN¥771

45%

2 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 11

CN¥1,414 → CN¥778

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Nanjing - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nanjing to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 39% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median prices

Historically, October ($167) and December ($175) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 0m

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai typically take 1h 0m, while connecting flights average 7h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines provides direct flight options on this route from Nanjing to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Nanjing main airports to depart from

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is a good option for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai.

📍 ~36 km from Nanjing (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥750

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers a good option for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥717

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,696

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Shanghai, China

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Shanghai, China

49% AI deal score

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From NKG

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Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$1,265

$955

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From NKG

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Shanghai, China

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Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,191

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From NKG

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Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,191

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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 sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak hours may offer lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. It is usually beneficial to monitor fare trends for your desired travel period. Prices can fluctuate, so checking regularly may help you secure a good rate.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal additional flight options and potentially lower prices. While convenient, direct routes from your primary origin and destination may not always be the most economical choice. Expanding your search to include other airports in the region could offer more flexibility.

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Nanjing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

The distance between Nanjing and Shanghai is 287 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Nanjing to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥655 - CN¥1,076

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

The regular price range for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai is CNY 655 to CNY 1076. The current lowest deal is CNY 750 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Dec 7.

now CN¥750

Low CN¥655

High CN¥1,076

The cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥167

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥775

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nanjing to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,037

CN¥977

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥993

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥992

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥992

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,037

CN¥850

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NKG - Shanghai

Nanjing (NKG) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥993

CN¥850

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

CN¥1,420 → CN¥771

46%

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

CN¥1,420 → CN¥771

46%

2 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 12

CN¥1,414 → CN¥771

45%

2 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 11

CN¥1,414 → CN¥778

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Nanjing - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nanjing to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 39% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median prices

Historically, October ($167) and December ($175) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 0m

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai typically take 1h 0m, while connecting flights average 7h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines provides direct flight options on this route from Nanjing to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Nanjing main airports to depart from

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International Airport is a good option for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai.

📍 ~36 km from Nanjing (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥750

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers a good option for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥717

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,191

$955

Save $236

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Nanjing to Shanghai

Nanjing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Nanjing to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Nanjing to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Nanjing - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

October offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Nanjing 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 15

Oct 19

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 23

Oct 17

Oct 21

Oct 15

Oct 16

Oct 17

Oct 19

Oct 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Nanjing to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Nanjing to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Nanjing to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Nanjing

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Nanjing to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Nanjing to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Nanjing to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai

Nanjing - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

October offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Nanjing 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 15

Oct 19

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 23

Oct 17

Oct 21

Oct 15

Oct 16

Oct 17

Oct 19

Oct 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Nanjing to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Nanjing to Shanghai?

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