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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing. However, connecting flights are often more affordable than direct routes. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting options.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shenzhen to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays, during off-peak hours, or outside of major holidays often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock more economical options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shenzhen 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 accurately budget for your trip.

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2026-11-09 – 2026-11-11
SZX - Shanghai
74% AI deal score
CN¥1,208
CN¥807
Round trip
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SZX - Shanghai
75% AI deal score
CN¥1,259
CN¥807
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-11
SZX - Shanghai
74% AI deal score
CN¥1,209
CN¥807
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CN¥1,699
CN¥860
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CN¥1,698
CN¥860
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2026-11-07 – 2026-11-11
SZX - Shanghai
74% AI deal score
CN¥1,277
CN¥867
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-06
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CN¥1,327
CN¥867
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CN¥1,144
CN¥880
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CN¥1,327
CN¥894
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Shenzhen to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

A typical journey from Shenzhen to Shanghai takes about 2h 25m, including connections. For itineraries that involve a stopover, the median connecting flight time extends to 8h 15m. This duration is consistent with the route's classification as a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 1233 kilometers.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai, fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $160–$405, with a median of $209. Currently, 37% of recent fares are classified as a good price for this route. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically July, with a median fare of $147. Following July, September also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $203, and August has a median fare of $214.

A meaningful share of itineraries between Shenzhen and Shanghai are non-stop, with 69.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, travelers can expect to make one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥1,078 - CN¥1,666

Current flight prices are below the regular range.

Prices for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai typically range from CNY 1078 to CNY 1666. The current lowest deal is CNY 873 with Spring Airlines for travel from Nov 4-Nov 7.

now CN¥873

Low CN¥1,078

High CN¥1,666

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SZX to SHA is July, with a median price of $147. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $217. Prices are generally lower from July to September.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥147

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥217

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,736

CN¥920

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,697

CN¥927

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,743

CN¥1,007

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,708

CN¥1,254

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,743

CN¥1,014

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,708

CN¥1,027

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

CN¥1,530 → CN¥805

47%

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

CN¥1,523 → CN¥925

39%

3 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 7

CN¥1,499 → CN¥918

39%

2 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 6

CN¥1,517 → CN¥978

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Shenzhen - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shenzhen to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 37% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai, with a median price of $147.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai typically take 2h 25m, while connecting flights average 8h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are common

Approximately 69.9% of recent flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

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

Shenzhen main airports to depart from

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International is a convenient option for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai.

📍 ~28 km from Shenzhen city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥892

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥798

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥952

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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From SZX

Elite

Nov 22

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Apr 02

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SZX

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Apr 04

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$786

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SZX

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Oct 31

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$787

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Dec 10

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$787

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Nov 20

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$821

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Nov 20

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$821

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Nov 15

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$821

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Nov 18

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$821

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Nov 16

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$782

Air China

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Feb 27

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$782

Air China

Business Class

From SZX

Elite

Feb 22

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$782

Air China

Business Class

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 often reveal better deals. Looking into flights during the off-peak season may also help reduce costs.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, may result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Last-minute deals are less common but can sometimes appear.

Comparing flights to and from nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While it may require additional travel time to reach your final destination, the potential savings could be worthwhile. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

Shenzhen to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥1,078 - CN¥1,666

Current flight prices are below the regular range.

Prices for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai typically range from CNY 1078 to CNY 1666. The current lowest deal is CNY 873 with Spring Airlines for travel from Nov 4-Nov 7.

now CN¥873

Low CN¥1,078

High CN¥1,666

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from SZX to SHA is July, with a median price of $147. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $217. Prices are generally lower from July to September.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥147

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥217

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,736

CN¥920

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,697

CN¥927

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,743

CN¥1,007

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,708

CN¥1,254

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,743

CN¥1,014

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Shanghai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Shanghai (SHA)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,708

CN¥1,027

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

CN¥1,530 → CN¥805

47%

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

CN¥1,523 → CN¥925

39%

3 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 7

CN¥1,499 → CN¥918

39%

2 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 6

CN¥1,517 → CN¥978

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Shenzhen - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shenzhen to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 37% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai, with a median price of $147.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai typically take 2h 25m, while connecting flights average 8h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are common

Approximately 69.9% of recent flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

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

Shenzhen main airports to depart from

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International is a convenient option for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai.

📍 ~28 km from Shenzhen city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥892

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥798

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥952

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$782

Air China

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Shenzhen to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Shenzhen - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights are common

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Shenzhen 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

Nov 22

Apr 02

Apr 04

Oct 31

Dec 10

Nov 20

Nov 20

Nov 15

Nov 18

Nov 16

Feb 27

Feb 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Shenzhen to Shanghai flights?

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

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More routes from Shenzhen

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Shenzhen to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai

Shenzhen - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 2h 25m

Direct flights are common

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Shenzhen 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

Nov 22

Apr 02

Apr 04

Oct 31

Dec 10

Nov 20

Nov 20

Nov 15

Nov 18

Nov 16

Feb 27

Feb 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

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