China Eastern Airlines
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $101
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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Jinan to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai is China Eastern Airlines. Flights operate every day except Thursday.
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China Eastern Airlines
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $101
Jinan — Shanghai
08/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU5534
starting at $151
Jinan — Shanghai
06/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
SC1165
starting at $145
starting at $120
starting at $145
The route Jinan — Shanghai is served by several airlines: China Eastern Airlines and Shandong Airlines. This gives passengers more freedom in choosing flights. You can consider not only the price but also schedules, baggage policies, and onboard service. Our service compares all offers so you can find tickets from $120 and choose the most convenient option. Thanks to airline competition, you may also find promotional fares or special offers, helping you save even more. Plan your trip in advance and choose the best flights without overpaying.
The cheapest flight ticket from Jinan to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $120
Often the best time to buy tickets from Jinan to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Jinan to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: June.
The fastest flights from Jinan to Shanghai start from 1 hour 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Jinan — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines
The cheapest one-way flight from Jinan to Shanghai departs on 08/02/2026, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $120
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Jinan to Shanghai
Fastest flight from Jinan to Shanghai takes 1h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 2 days a week: Su and Mo
The distance between Jinan and Shanghai is 738km (458 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 35m. There are 11 direct flights from Jinan to Shanghai. Jinan and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Jinan begin at 7:00 AM. The latest flight from Jinan departs at 9:10 PM
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) is the primary gateway for the Shandong provincial capital, serving both domestic trunk routes and an increasing number of regional international connections. It typically handles a mix of full-service Chinese carriers and low-cost operators, so fares can range from budget-friendly to mid-tier depending on season and carrier. The airport lies about 33 km northeast of central Jinan; road transfer by taxi or private car usually takes 35–60 minutes, while airport shuttle buses run to downtown in roughly 45–70 minutes for modest ticket prices. Pros include a modern terminal with basic dining and retail; cons can be the distance to downtown and variable peak-hour congestion.
Shanghai is served primarily by two airports with different roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s main international hub, typically handling long-haul and intercontinental flights operated by full-service carriers and many global alliances; it sits about 30–40 km east of downtown Pudong. Ground links usually include the Maglev plus metro or express buses, with journey times of roughly 30–60 minutes depending on route and traffic and fares ranging from modest rails fees to mid-range taxi costs. Pros: extensive international connections and modern facilities; cons: distance to central areas can mean longer transfer times. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is a largely domestic and regional airport positioned much closer to the city center, around 10–15 km west of central Shanghai. It typically serves domestic and short-haul international flights flown by a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers, and is well integrated with the main rail hub and metro lines. Travel times by metro or taxi are commonly 20–40 minutes, with lower fares than longer transfers from Pudong. Pros: convenience for city access and fast rail links; cons: fewer long-haul options and sometimes limited evening connectivity compared with the international hub.
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