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 flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This means a significant portion of available flights on this route involve at least one connection.

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

The typical direct flight from Jinan to Shanghai has a median duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes. This route covers a distance of 763 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases considerably to 8 hours and 10 minutes, reflecting the additional time involved in layovers and connections.

How often do Jinan to Shanghai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Jinan to Shanghai route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently been classified as one with frequent price fluctuations.

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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¥1,223 - CN¥1,667

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Jinan to Shanghai is between CNY 1223 and CNY 1667. The current lowest deal is CNY 900 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Sep 7-Sep 9.

now CN¥900

Low CN¥1,223

High CN¥1,667

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, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,595

CN¥907

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,230

CN¥941

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,721

CN¥914

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,656

CN¥934

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,536

CN¥948

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,404

CN¥948

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

CN¥3,742 → CN¥1,815

51%

5 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 5

CN¥3,167 → CN¥1,768

44%

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

CN¥2,003 → CN¥995

50%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

CN¥1,943 → CN¥955

51%

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

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July, September, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 6h 35m

The typical flight duration from Jinan to Shanghai is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Direct flights are a mixed option, making up 43.1% of recent routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are frequently available.

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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Nov 02

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$924

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$938

$775

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Oct 13

Shanghai, China

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$889

$838

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Sep 16

Shanghai, China

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$1,007

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Nov 02

Shanghai, China

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$877

$755

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$876

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Sep 29

Shanghai, China

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$926

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Sep 29

Shanghai, China

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$928

$861

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Shanghai, China

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$837

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Sep 10

Shanghai, China

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$837

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the cheapest prices for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $224. Booking within 6 days of departure, for example, sees prices rise significantly to an average of $507. Planning your trip further out, beyond 60 days, also tends to result in higher average prices, around $319.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Jinan to Shanghai is considered to be $216 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $245. Prices can go up to $455 or more, representing the higher end of the fare spectrum in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, July, September, and December have shown to be the months with the lowest median prices for flights from Jinan to Shanghai. The median price in July was $217, while September and December both had a median of $223. The annual median price for this route is $245, indicating these months offer prices below the yearly average.

Jinan to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Jinan to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Jinan to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥1,223 - CN¥1,667

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Jinan to Shanghai is between CNY 1223 and CNY 1667. The current lowest deal is CNY 900 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Sep 7-Sep 9.

now CN¥900

Low CN¥1,223

High CN¥1,667

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, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,595

CN¥907

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,230

CN¥941

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,721

CN¥914

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,656

CN¥934

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,536

CN¥948

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TNA - Shanghai

Jinan (TNA) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,404

CN¥948

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

CN¥3,742 → CN¥1,815

51%

5 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 5

CN¥3,167 → CN¥1,768

44%

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

CN¥2,003 → CN¥995

50%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

CN¥1,943 → CN¥955

51%

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

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July, September, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 6h 35m

The typical flight duration from Jinan to Shanghai is 6 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Direct flights are a mixed option, making up 43.1% of recent routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Jinan to Shanghai are frequently available.

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

46% AI deal score

$1,007

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Nov 02

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$877

$755

Save $122

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Nov 02

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$876

$762

Save $114

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 29

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$926

$860

Save $66

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 29

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$928

$861

Save $67

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 19

Shanghai, China

44% AI deal score

$837

Shandong Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TNA

Elite

Sep 10

Shanghai, China

44% AI deal score

$837

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

Fly in July for the best prices

Average flight time is 6h 35m

Direct flights are available

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

Nov 02

Nov 24

Nov 02

Nov 22

Oct 13

Sep 16

Nov 02

Nov 02

Sep 29

Sep 29

Sep 19

Sep 10

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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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

Fly in July for the best prices

Average flight time is 6h 35m

Direct flights are available

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

Nov 02

Nov 24

Nov 02

Nov 22

Oct 13

Sep 16

Nov 02

Nov 02

Sep 29

Sep 29

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Sep 10

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?