Cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights$541
China SouthernNonstop3 hrThu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai is currently $541
Cheapest one-way flight$260
Korean Air1 stop7 hrWed, Jun 24
The cheapest one-way flight from Beijing to Shanghai is currently $260
Last-minute weekend getaway$541
China SouthernNonstop3 hrThu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Beijing to Shanghai is currently $541
Cheapest business class flights$1,407
China SouthernNonstop3 hrThu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai is currently $1,407
Fastest flight1 hr 45 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Beijing to Shanghai takes 1 hr 45 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
November
Cheapest
Typical prices: $265–325
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $495–550

Popular airlines from Beijing to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $320–470
    193 weekly nonstop flights
    PEK, PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
    259 weekly connecting flights
    PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    135 weekly nonstop flights
    PEK, PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
    78 weekly connecting flights
    PEK, PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $541
    Typical price: $500–540
    42 weekly nonstop flights
    PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
    201 weekly connecting flights
    PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
  • Hainan
    Nonstop
    from $760
    Typical price: $720–750
    34 weekly nonstop flights
    PEK - PVG, SHAEvery day
    14 weekly connecting flights
    PEK - PVGEvery day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    18 weekly nonstop flights
    PKX - PVGEvery day
  • CUA
    Nonstop
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day
    28 weekly connecting flights
    PKX - PVG, SHAEvery day

Popular airports near Beijing

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
    BeijingChina33 min15 mi
  • Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
    BeijingChina1 hr 7 min27 mi
  • Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)
    TianjinChina1 hr 41 min73 mi
  • Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW)
    ShijiazhuangChina2 hr 50 min145 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    ShanghaiChina43 min20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    ShanghaiChina28 min8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    HangzhouChina2 hr 9 min93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    WuxiChina1 hr 35 min64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Beijing to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Beijing to Shanghai are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $265 to $325.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $541. The cheapest one-way flight was with Korean Air from $260.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Beijing to Shanghai is $541, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Beijing to Shanghai is $760, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai starts at $541 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $260 and departs on Wed, Jun 24.
1 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Beijing to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Beijing to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Beijing to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Beijing to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 193 nonstop flights and 259 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

Other popular airlines flying from Beijing to Shanghai are:
  • Air China offers 135 nonstop flights and 78 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
  • China Southern offers 42 nonstop flights and 201 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
  • Hainan offers 34 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Hainan flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 18 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
  • CUA offers 14 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. CUA flies from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Beijing and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $541. The cheapest one-way flight was with Korean Air from $260.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Beijing to Shanghai is $541, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Beijing to Shanghai is $760, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
China Eastern, Air China, Hainan, Suparna Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, CUA, XiamenAir and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai.
  • There are 193 China Eastern direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 135 Air China direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 China Southern direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 34 Hainan direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 CUA direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Beijing and Shanghai at price $541 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28.
China Eastern, Air China, Hainan, Suparna Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, CUA, XiamenAir and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai.
  • There are 193 China Eastern direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 135 Air China direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 China Southern direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 34 Hainan direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 CUA direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Beijing and Shanghai start at $541 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with China Southern.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Beijing to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Beijing and Shanghai start at $1,407 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Beijing and Shanghai start at $541 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28.
To book business class trips from Beijing to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Beijing and Shanghai starts at $541 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with China Southern.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Beijing and Shanghai at price $541 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Beijing to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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