Are there direct flights from Tianjin to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights from Tianjin to Shanghai are available. Historically, approximately 48.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long is the flight from Tianjin to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Tianjin to Shanghai has a median duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 975 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 8 hours and 45 minutes.

How often do cheap flights from Tianjin to Shanghai come up?

Cheap flights from Tianjin to Shanghai are considered to come up frequently. This assessment is based on historical trends observed over a 30-day period. Travelers can typically find competitive prices for this route with some regularity.

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To Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Tianjin to Shanghai

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July 19 - July 20

Cheapest

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,538

CN¥982

Round trip

August 15 - August 22

Cheapest

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,189

CN¥982

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August 1 - August 8

Cheapest

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,227

CN¥982

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July 16 - July 21

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,525

CN¥1,009

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July 15 - July 18

Best

Earliest

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,697

CN¥1,077

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August 3 - August 10

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,329

CN¥1,138

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August 12 - August 15

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,391

CN¥1,138

Round trip

August 13 - August 15

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,396

CN¥1,138

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August 11 - August 15

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,390

CN¥1,138

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August 10 - August 11

TSN - Shanghai

CN¥1,397

CN¥1,138

Round trip

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Tianjin to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai

Only 5% of recent fares from Tianjin to Shanghai were classified as a good price. Right now, fares to Shanghai are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $184–$466 and a median of $330. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can help you find cheap flights from Tianjin to Shanghai as they emerge.

A typical journey from Tianjin to Shanghai takes about 5h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that involve one or more stops, which is common on this route.

For flights from Tianjin to Shanghai, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. For itineraries that include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. This means you have options for both direct travel and routes with a single stop.

The route from Tianjin to Shanghai covers a distance of 975 kilometers, making it a short-haul journey. This distance typically translates to shorter travel times and more frequent flight options.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Tianjin to Shanghai, June stands out with a median fare of $188. Other favorable months include September, with a median fare of $317, and April, where the median fare is $346. These months offer more competitive pricing compared to other times of the year.

How much is a round trip from Tianjin to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥970 - CN¥1,611

Prices for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 970 CNY and 1611 CNY. The current lowest deal is 976 CNY with Potomac Air, for travel from Aug 15-Aug 22.

now CN¥976

Low CN¥970

High CN¥1,611

The cheapest time to fly from Tianjin to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Tianjin to Shanghai is June, with a median price of 188 USD. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of 671 USD. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥188

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥671

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Direct flights from Tianjin to Shanghai

Potomac Air

Shanghai Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tianjin to Shanghai

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Express Airlines

CN¥1,629

CN¥1,158

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥3,046

CN¥2,412

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,702

CN¥1,219

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,499

CN¥1,152

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Tianjin Airlines

CN¥1,700

CN¥1,213

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TSN - Shanghai

Tianjin (TSN) - Shanghai (SHA)

Tianjin Airlines

CN¥1,696

CN¥1,219

One-way

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

1 night

Jul 7 - Jul 8

CN¥1,702 → CN¥1,146

33%

3 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 10

CN¥1,699 → CN¥1,153

32%

2 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 9

CN¥1,698 → CN¥1,207

29%

3 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 17

CN¥1,561 → CN¥1,119

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Tianjin to Shanghai

Tianjin - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Tianjin to Shanghai are above the typical level at $976.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $188 for Tianjin to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 35m

The median flight time from Tianjin to Shanghai is 5 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Historically, 48.2% of recent deals for this route were direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Potomac Air offers direct flights

Potomac Air has offered direct flights from Tianjin to Shanghai in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Tianjin main airports to depart from

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Cheapest

Tianjin Binhai International Airport is a good option for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from Tianjin (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a good option for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is an alternative for your journey from Tianjin to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$188

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

This major international hub offers an extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~160 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

This airport is a convenient option for the Suzhou-Wuxi-Shanghai industrial corridor, often less congested than major Shanghai hubs.

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$334

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

As a primary regional hub, it offers high flight frequency and reliable high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$323

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Cheapest

This airport provides a solid domestic network and good accessibility to Shanghai via bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

This airport is geographically close to northern Shanghai and can be a useful alternative for domestic routes.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Tianjin to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $289. Booking 7-13 days out also offered competitive pricing, with an average of $290. Prices tend to increase significantly for very last-minute bookings, with flights booked 0-6 days prior averaging $521.

A good price for a flight from Tianjin to Shanghai is considered to be around $184 or less, based on historical data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $330. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $466 or less.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Tianjin to Shanghai, with a median price of $188. September also offered lower prices, with a median of $317. The annual median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $330. April was observed to be the most expensive month, with a median price of $346.

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