Cheap Flights from Guilin to Shanghai — $87

The Guilin — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Spring Airlines, Yangtze River Express, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $87. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) serves as the main gateway to the Guilin region and typically functions as a regional international hub rather than a major global connector. You’ll usually find a mix of domestic carriers and a handful of international or seasonal services, with budget and full-service airlines operating side by side; fares can be relatively affordable on domestic routes. The airport is about 28–30 km southwest of downtown Guilin; taxis and rideshares take roughly 30–40 minutes depending on traffic and cost around moderate local rates, while airport bus lines connect to the city center in about 40–60 minutes for a budget-friendly fare. Pros: compact terminal, relatively easy navigation and convenient for reaching the karst sights. Cons: fewer long-haul options and transfer choices than larger Chinese hubs.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Pudong (PVG) functions as the international and long-haul hub, handling most full-service carriers and many intercontinental routes, while Hongqiao (SHA) is closer to downtown and typically caters more to domestic and regional flights, including several budget and business-jet options. Pudong lies about 45–50 km east of the city center; the maglev or airport express can take around 30–45 minutes with fares ranging from modest to mid-tier, and taxis usually take 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. Hongqiao sits roughly 13–15 km west of central districts; metro and airport shuttle links often take 20–35 minutes with low fares, and a short taxi ride can be convenient. Pros: Pudong offers extensive international connections and modern long-haul facilities, while Hongqiao is convenient for central access and quick domestic transfers. Cons: Pudong can involve longer transfers and variable peak traffic delays; Hongqiao may feel busier and has fewer long-haul options.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Guilin to Shanghai is $87 (June 2026), while the maximum is $263 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $195–$453.