Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen are widely available. Historically, approximately 91.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For those instances where a direct flight is not chosen, connecting flights typically involve one stopover. This high percentage of direct options is based on data from the trailing 90 days, indicating frequent non-stop service.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

The median direct flight time from Shanghai to Shenzhen is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. This covers an air distance of 1233 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases significantly to about 8 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do Shanghai to Shenzhen flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Shanghai to Shenzhen route tend to drop frequently. This route is classified as one with frequent price fluctuations. Travelers monitoring this route over a 30-day period can typically expect to see opportunities for price reductions.

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Shanghai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

A typical journey from Shanghai to Shenzhen takes about 2h 30m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1233 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Given the short distance, it's common to find efficient travel options.

Right now, when looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $106–$172, with a median of $125. Currently, about 17% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting some deals are available despite the overall higher pricing. New deals appear almost daily, so frequent checks can be beneficial.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen, the data indicates that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $112. Following closely, July offers a median fare of $127, and May presents options with a median of $135. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a better price.

For travelers flying this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 91.7% of recent fares being direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen. This high percentage of direct options means you are very likely to find a convenient non-stop journey, minimizing travel time and potential connection hassles.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Regular price: CN¥1,207 - CN¥1,877

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY1207 to CNY1877. The current lowest deal is CNY769 with Spring Airlines for travel on Oct 26-Oct 27.

now CN¥769

Low CN¥1,207

High CN¥1,877

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen is June, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $635. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥112

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥635

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,948

CN¥891

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,942

CN¥891

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shenzhen

Shanghai (PVG) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,101

CN¥1,140

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,345

CN¥1,053

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shenzhen

Shanghai (PVG) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,101

CN¥1,140

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,343

CN¥1,039

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 28

CN¥2,222 → CN¥769

65%

4 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 27

CN¥2,201 → CN¥769

65%

5 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 27

CN¥2,193 → CN¥769

65%

7 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 27

CN¥2,146 → CN¥769

64%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shanghai - Shenzhen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Shenzhen are above the typical level of $125.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $112.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen takes 2h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

91.7% of recent flights are direct

91.7% of recent flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen appear frequently, with many options available.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International offers another option for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International is a great choice for flights from Shanghai, offering the cheapest prices.

📍 ~30 km from Shenzhen (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Hong Kong International offers world-class international connectivity, exceeding local options, despite requiring a border crossing.

📍 ~37 km from Shenzhen (reachable by ferry, bus, MTR)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥898

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From SHA

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Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

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$762

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Business Class

From SHA

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Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 14

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Shenzhen, China

46% AI deal score

$762

Air China

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Aug 31

Shenzhen, China

45% AI deal score

$1,268

Antinea Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 08

Shenzhen, China

45% AI deal score

$1,268

Antinea Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 09

Shenzhen, China

45% AI deal score

$1,268

Antinea Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $126. Booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, can result in higher average prices of approximately $261. Similarly, booking within 0-6 days of departure also sees an increased average price of $209. These trends are observed across a 90-day analysis window.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen is considered to be around $106 or less. The median price for this route has been $125. Prices can go up to $172 or more for the upper quartile. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target prices at or below the $106 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen include June, with a median price of $112, and July, with a median price of $127. May also offers relatively competitive prices, with a median of $135. Across the trailing quarter, the annual median price for this route is $125. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Shanghai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Regular price: CN¥1,207 - CN¥1,877

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY1207 to CNY1877. The current lowest deal is CNY769 with Spring Airlines for travel on Oct 26-Oct 27.

now CN¥769

Low CN¥1,207

High CN¥1,877

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥112

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥635

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,948

CN¥891

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,942

CN¥891

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shenzhen

Shanghai (PVG) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,101

CN¥1,140

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,345

CN¥1,053

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Shenzhen

Shanghai (PVG) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,101

CN¥1,140

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Shenzhen

Shanghai (SHA) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,343

CN¥1,039

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 28

CN¥2,222 → CN¥769

65%

4 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 27

CN¥2,201 → CN¥769

65%

5 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 27

CN¥2,193 → CN¥769

65%

7 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 27

CN¥2,146 → CN¥769

64%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shanghai - Shenzhen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Shenzhen are above the typical level of $125.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $112.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen takes 2h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

91.7% of recent flights are direct

91.7% of recent flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen appear frequently, with many options available.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International offers another option for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International is a great choice for flights from Shanghai, offering the cheapest prices.

📍 ~30 km from Shenzhen (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Hong Kong International offers world-class international connectivity, exceeding local options, despite requiring a border crossing.

📍 ~37 km from Shenzhen (reachable by ferry, bus, MTR)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥898

Shenzhen, China

45% AI deal score

$1,268

Antinea Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shanghai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shenzhen

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shenzhen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shanghai - Shenzhen route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 2h 30m

91.7% of recent flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shenzhen

Best Elite deals to Shenzhen

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Oct 14

Oct 14

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Sep 08

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

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

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

How often do Shanghai to Shenzhen flight prices drop?

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More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Shenzhen from other cities

Shanghai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Shenzhen

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Shenzhen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shanghai - Shenzhen route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 2h 30m

91.7% of recent flights are direct

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shenzhen

Best Elite deals to Shenzhen

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 14

Oct 17

Aug 31

Sep 08

Sep 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

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

How much should a flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen?