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

Direct flights often provide convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers or connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Wuxi to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Flying on weekdays or during less popular travel periods often results in lower fares compared to weekends or peak seasons. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Wuxi 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 calculate the total cost of your trip accurately.

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WUX - Shanghai
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,675
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Wuxi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

The journey from Wuxi to Shanghai covers a distance of 136 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Wuxi to Shanghai, fares typically range from $252–$415, with a median of $333. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, and new deals are infrequent, so a price alert helps.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $201. November also presents a viable option, with a median fare of $333.

Regarding flight options, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Wuxi to Shanghai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Wuxi to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 8h 10m. This duration accounts for the stopovers common on this route.

How much is a round trip from Wuxi to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥2,219 - CN¥2,955

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

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 2219 and CNY 2955. The current lowest deal is CNY 1623 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 21.

now CN¥1,623

Low CN¥2,219

High CN¥2,955

The cheapest time to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai is June, with a median price of $243. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $707. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥243

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥707

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Shandong Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Wuxi to Shanghai

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,659

CN¥6,505

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,621

CN¥6,511

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,894

CN¥6,511

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,896

CN¥6,605

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,761

CN¥1,753

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,734

CN¥1,753

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

CN¥3,222 → CN¥1,643

49%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

CN¥3,376 → CN¥1,817

46%

3 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 17

CN¥3,178 → CN¥1,636

49%

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

CN¥3,204 → CN¥1,696

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Wuxi - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Wuxi to Shanghai are below the typical level, with a median price of $333.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai, with a median price of $201.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 10m

The median flight time from Wuxi to Shanghai is 8 hours and 10 minutes, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 deals

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 direct deals for this route, making it a frequent choice.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Wuxi main airports to depart from

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Cheapest

Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Wuxi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,623

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, bus, metro, and maglev train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,636

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

This major international hub offers extensive routes and competitive pricing, with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,743

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From WUX

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Oct 17

Shanghai, China

49% AI deal score

$1,400

$954

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From WUX

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Oct 15

Shanghai, China

49% AI deal score

$1,455

$980

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From WUX

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Oct 10

Shanghai, China

49% AI deal score

$1,518

$990

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From WUX

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Oct 15

Shanghai, China

48% AI deal score

$1,319

$957

Save $362

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Oct 22

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,405

$1,095

Save $310

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Business Class

From WUX

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Oct 24

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,431

$1,115

Save $316

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Oct 17

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,301

$1,081

Save $220

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,362

$1,115

Save $247

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Oct 22

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,376

$1,115

Save $261

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Nov 06

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,180

$900

Save $280

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From WUX

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Oct 15

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,259

$1,083

Save $176

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Business Class

From WUX

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,298

$1,115

Save $183

Antinea Airlines

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 platforms can also help uncover better deals. Looking into flights during the off-peak season may also present lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings can sometimes be more economical than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer additional flight options and potentially different pricing. While it may require extra travel time to and from these airports, the overall cost savings could be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience when considering this option.

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Wuxi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

A typical journey from Wuxi to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 8h 10m. This duration accounts for the stopovers common on this route.

How much is a round trip from Wuxi to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥2,219 - CN¥2,955

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

The regular price range for this route is between CNY 2219 and CNY 2955. The current lowest deal is CNY 1623 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 21.

now CN¥1,623

Low CN¥2,219

High CN¥2,955

The cheapest time to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥243

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥707

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Shandong Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Wuxi to Shanghai

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,659

CN¥6,505

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,621

CN¥6,511

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,894

CN¥6,511

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,896

CN¥6,605

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,761

CN¥1,753

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WUX - Shanghai

Wuxi (WUX) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,734

CN¥1,753

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

CN¥3,222 → CN¥1,643

49%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

CN¥3,376 → CN¥1,817

46%

3 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 17

CN¥3,178 → CN¥1,636

49%

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

CN¥3,204 → CN¥1,696

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Wuxi - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Wuxi to Shanghai are below the typical level, with a median price of $333.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai, with a median price of $201.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 10m

The median flight time from Wuxi to Shanghai is 8 hours and 10 minutes, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 deals

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 direct deals for this route, making it a frequent choice.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Wuxi main airports to depart from

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Cheapest

Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Wuxi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,623

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, bus, metro, and maglev train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,636

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

This major international hub offers extensive routes and competitive pricing, with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,298

$1,115

Save $183

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Wuxi to Shanghai

Wuxi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Wuxi to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Direct flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Wuxi to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Wuxi - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Median flight time is 8h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 deals

Deals are rare on this route

Wuxi 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

Oct 17

Oct 15

Oct 10

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 24

Oct 17

Oct 24

Oct 22

Nov 06

Oct 15

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Wuxi to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Wuxi to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Wuxi to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Wuxi

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Wuxi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Wuxi to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Direct flights from Wuxi to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Wuxi to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wuxi to Shanghai

Wuxi - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Median flight time is 8h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers 79 deals

Deals are rare on this route

Wuxi 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

Oct 17

Oct 15

Oct 10

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 24

Oct 17

Oct 24

Oct 22

Nov 06

Oct 15

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Wuxi to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Wuxi to Shanghai?

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