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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.SAR 210 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 210, select.

Shanghai.SAR 281 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 281, select.

Shanghai.SAR 377 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 377, select.

Shanghai.SAR 439 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 439, select.

Shanghai.SAR 477 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 477, select.

Shanghai.SAR 590 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 590, select.

Shanghai.SAR 678 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 678, select.

Shanghai.SAR 686 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Dec.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From SAR 686, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Beijing to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	SAR 210
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	1,144

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Beijing to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Shanghai is SAR 472. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai?

China Eastern, Air China and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Beijing to Shanghai?

As of May 2025, there are 1,144 flights per week flying from Beijing to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai is usually May 2025.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Beijing, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from SAR 472.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Beijing to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Shanghai on Friday, 2 May 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Beijing to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Beijing to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Beijing to Shanghai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Juneyao Airlines .

How to find cheap flights to Shanghai from Beijing

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