What percentage of Jinan to Shanghai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 43.1% of flights from Jinan to Shanghai were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that a substantial portion of flights on this route offer the convenience of a direct journey.

How long does it take to fly from Jinan to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Jinan to Shanghai has a duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 763 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 8 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do Jinan to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Jinan to Shanghai route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for those looking to book this particular route.

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2026-09-02 – 2026-09-21
TNA - Shanghai
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,036
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Jinan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jinan to Shanghai

Right now, only 3% of recent fares from Jinan to Shanghai are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $216–$455, with a median of $245. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level for cheap flights from Jinan to Shanghai, suggesting that you may find higher prices than usual.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Jinan to Shanghai, July stands out with a median fare of $217. Following closely are September and December, both offering median fares of $223. These months present the most budget-friendly options for this route.

A typical journey from Jinan to Shanghai takes about 6h 35m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once. This median duration accounts for both direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai and those with a single stopover.

The route from Jinan to Shanghai covers a distance of 763 km, making it a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance means you can expect a quicker travel experience compared to longer international routes.

How much is a round trip from Jinan to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥956 - CN¥1,432

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Jinan to Shanghai is CNY 956 to CNY 1432. The current lowest deal is CNY 956 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Jul 25-Jul 27.

now CN¥956

Low CN¥956

High CN¥1,432

The cheapest time to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from TNA to SHA is July, with a median price of $217. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $624. Flights are generally lower from June to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥217

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥624

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Jinan to Shanghai

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,904

CN¥991

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,869

CN¥1,032

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥3,791

CN¥2,185

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,529

CN¥1,066

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,586

CN¥1,045

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,493

CN¥1,066

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

CN¥3,791 → CN¥2,185

42%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

CN¥1,904 → CN¥991

48%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

CN¥1,869 → CN¥1,032

45%

11 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 21

CN¥2,308 → CN¥1,538

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Jinan - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Jinan to Shanghai are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Jinan to Shanghai, with a median price of $217.

⏱️ Flight duration

The median flight time is 6h 35m

The median flight time from Jinan to Shanghai is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

43.1% of recent flights are direct

43.1% of recent flights from Jinan to Shanghai are direct, with China Eastern Airlines offering direct routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines provides direct flights on the Jinan to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Jinan main airports to depart from

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Cheapest

Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport is a good option for flights from Jinan to Shanghai.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$153

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

📍 ~180 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$294

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From TNA

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Aug 22

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$1,084

$964

Save $120

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Business Class

From TNA

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Sep 08

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$972

$887

Save $85

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

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Sep 06

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,025

$922

Save $103

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 21

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,077

$978

Save $99

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 07

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,033

$954

Save $79

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Dec 09

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,031

$987

Save $44

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Oct 30

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,035

$987

Save $48

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Dec 17

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,024

$988

Save $36

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Dec 12

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,021

$990

Save $31

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Dec 15

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,021

$990

Save $31

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Dec 16

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,021

$990

Save $31

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Aug 27

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$976

$921

Save $55

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price was around $224. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $507. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Jinan to Shanghai was considered to be $216 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $245. Prices historically began to increase significantly above the median, with 75% of prices being $455 or less.

Historically, July, September, and December have offered some of the lowest median prices for flights from Jinan to Shanghai. For instance, the median price in July was $217, while September and December both had a median price of $223. These months typically fall below the annual median price of $245 for this route.

Jinan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jinan to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Jinan to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥956 - CN¥1,432

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Jinan to Shanghai is CNY 956 to CNY 1432. The current lowest deal is CNY 956 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Jul 25-Jul 27.

now CN¥956

Low CN¥956

High CN¥1,432

The cheapest time to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from TNA to SHA is July, with a median price of $217. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $624. Flights are generally lower from June to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥217

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥624

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Jinan to Shanghai

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,904

CN¥991

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,869

CN¥1,032

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

CN¥3,791

CN¥2,185

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,529

CN¥1,066

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,586

CN¥1,045

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,493

CN¥1,066

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

CN¥3,791 → CN¥2,185

42%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

CN¥1,904 → CN¥991

48%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

CN¥1,869 → CN¥1,032

45%

11 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 21

CN¥2,308 → CN¥1,538

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Jinan - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Jinan to Shanghai are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Jinan to Shanghai, with a median price of $217.

⏱️ Flight duration

The median flight time is 6h 35m

The median flight time from Jinan to Shanghai is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

43.1% of recent flights are direct

43.1% of recent flights from Jinan to Shanghai are direct, with China Eastern Airlines offering direct routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines provides direct flights on the Jinan to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Jinan main airports to depart from

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Cheapest

Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport is a good option for flights from Jinan to Shanghai.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$153

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$976

$921

Save $55

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Jinan to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Jinan to Shanghai

Jinan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jinan to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Jinan to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Jinan to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Jinan - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

The median flight time is 6h 35m

43.1% of recent flights are direct

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Jinan 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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Sep 08

Sep 06

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Sep 07

Dec 09

Oct 30

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Jinan to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Jinan to Shanghai?

What's the best month to fly from Jinan to Shanghai?

What percentage of Jinan to Shanghai flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Jinan to Shanghai?

How often do Jinan to Shanghai flight prices drop?

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Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Jinan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jinan to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Jinan to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Jinan to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Jinan to Shanghai

Jinan - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

The median flight time is 6h 35m

43.1% of recent flights are direct

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Jinan 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

Aug 22

Sep 08

Sep 06

Sep 21

Sep 07

Dec 09

Oct 30

Dec 17

Dec 12

Dec 15

Dec 16

Aug 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Jinan to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Jinan to Shanghai?

What's the best month to fly from Jinan to Shanghai?