Cheap Flights from Harbin to Shanghai — $71

The Harbin — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 8 in total, including Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Xiamen Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $71. 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.

Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) is the city’s main international gateway and typically handles the majority of long‑haul and domestic flights, including services from major Chinese carriers and some full‑service international airlines. Fares can be midrange to premium for peak winter travel, though budget options are sometimes available on domestic routes. The airport sits about 35–40 km south of the city center; taxis usually take 40–60 minutes, while airport express buses run 60–90 minutes depending on traffic, with fares generally in the low single digits to modest tens of RMB. Pros: comparatively full service, year‑round connections and decent ground transport. Cons: distance from downtown and potential delays in severe winter weather.

The distance between Harbin and Shanghai is 1678km (1040 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 1m. There are 185 direct flights from Harbin to Shanghai. Harbin and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Harbin begin at 6:45 AM. The latest flight from Harbin departs at 10:15 PM

Shanghai is served primarily by two major airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong (PVG) functions as the international hub for long-haul and premium carriers—often used for intercontinental flights and some transfer traffic—while Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is oriented toward domestic and regional services, including many low-cost and business routes. Pudong lies about 30–40 km east of the city center; expect travel by maglev or high-speed metro (≈8–20 minutes on maglev to Longyang Road, ≈45–60 minutes by metro) or taxis and airport shuttles with fares typically higher due to distance. Hongqiao is much closer, about 13 km west of central Shanghai, reachable in 20–40 minutes by metro, taxi, or intercity rail from Hongqiao station, usually at lower transfer cost. Pros: Pudong offers extensive international connections and modern facilities; Hongqiao provides convenience for domestic transfers and shorter ground travel. Cons: Pudong transfers can be longer and pricier; Hongqiao has fewer long-haul options and can be busy during peak domestic travel.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Harbin to Shanghai is $77 (December 2026), while the maximum is $332 (April 2027). On average, a ticket costs $99–$163.