Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie. Historically, approximately 73.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers have a strong likelihood of finding a non-stop option for this route.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie has a median duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1116 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at 11 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider direct options for a significantly shorter journey.

How often do Shanghai to Zhangjiajie flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are common, making it beneficial to monitor this route for potential savings.

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Shanghai to Zhangjiajie: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie typically range from $186–$466, with a median of $232. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities for travelers.

For those seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, the cheapest time to fly is often May, with a median fare of $179. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $184. Even in July, the median fare remains relatively accessible at $228.

The journey from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie covers a distance of 1116 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie takes about 2h 25m, including connections. For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, meaning you can often find direct flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie. When itineraries do include connections, they typically involve 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Regular price: CN¥1,400 - CN¥2,772

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is CNY 1400-2772. The current lowest deal is CNY 975 with Shanghai Airlines for travel from Aug 26-Aug 31.

now CN¥975

Low CN¥1,400

High CN¥2,772

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is May, with a median price of $179. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $560. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥179

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥560

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Shanghai Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥3,136

CN¥1,646

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,881

CN¥1,314

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,884

CN¥1,314

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,521

CN¥1,138

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,521

CN¥1,138

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥3,681

CN¥1,625

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

CN¥3,681 → CN¥1,625

56%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

CN¥3,408 → CN¥1,463

57%

2 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 18

CN¥3,691 → CN¥2,038

45%

1 night

Aug 10 - Aug 11

CN¥3,283 → CN¥1,707

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Shanghai - Zhangjiajie route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $179, offering potential savings for travelers.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 25m

The typical direct flight duration from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on direct flights

Deals on direct flights are frequent, with 73.1% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shanghai Airlines offers direct flights

Shanghai Airlines provides direct flights on this route, with deals available through Kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during April to October

Historically, prices are lower from April to October, with frequent deals available.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~35 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$182

Zhangjiajie main airports to arrive at

Zhangjiajie Hehua International (DYG)

Cheapest

Arrive at Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport for convenient access to Zhangjiajie.

📍 ~10 km from Zhangjiajie (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

Airports nearby Zhangjiajie used as alternative

Changsha Huanghua International (CSX)

Changsha Huanghua International is a major international hub with high-speed rail connectivity to Zhangjiajie.

📍 ~270 km from Zhangjiajie (reachable by train or bus, requires 2-3 hour ground transfer)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,037

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zhangjiajie

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $188. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $241, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $258. This suggests that planning within the 7-13 day window can offer better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is considered to be around $186 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $232. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $466 or less.

Historically, May and June have offered the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie. In May, the median price was $179, and in June, it was $184. The annual median price for this route is $232, with July also showing a median price of $228. These months tend to be more affordable compared to other periods.

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Shanghai to Zhangjiajie: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

The journey from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie covers a distance of 1116 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Regular price: CN¥1,400 - CN¥2,772

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is CNY 1400-2772. The current lowest deal is CNY 975 with Shanghai Airlines for travel from Aug 26-Aug 31.

now CN¥975

Low CN¥1,400

High CN¥2,772

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥179

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥560

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Shanghai Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥3,136

CN¥1,646

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,881

CN¥1,314

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,884

CN¥1,314

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,521

CN¥1,138

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,521

CN¥1,138

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Zhangjiajie

Shanghai (PVG) - Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥3,681

CN¥1,625

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

CN¥3,681 → CN¥1,625

56%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

CN¥3,408 → CN¥1,463

57%

2 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 18

CN¥3,691 → CN¥2,038

45%

1 night

Aug 10 - Aug 11

CN¥3,283 → CN¥1,707

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie