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The route Nizhniy Novgorod — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including Rossiya Airlines, Aeroflot, Uzbekistan Airways, and Smartavia. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $308) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
Nizhniy Novgorod is served by Strigino Airport (GOJ), the city’s main international and regional gateway that usually handles a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost operators. It typically offers connections across Russia and some seasonal European routes, with fares that can be competitive compared with Moscow departures. The airport sits about 20–30 km southwest of the city center; road transfer by taxi or rideshare can take 30–50 minutes depending on traffic, while scheduled airport buses and minibuses reach central stops in roughly 45–60 minutes for modest fares. Pros: a compact terminal and direct regional links; cons: fewer long-haul options and occasional peak-time congestion.
The cheapest flight ticket from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $308
Often the best time to buy tickets from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: May, June, July.
The fastest flights from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai start from 20 hours 25 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Nizhniy Novgorod — Shanghai:
In different months, ticket prices from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai vary: minimum — $400 (May 2026), maximum — $832 (October 2026). Typically, the flight costs $494–$524.
Prices on the Nizhniy Novgorod — Shanghai route are consistently going up. From May 2026 to October 2026, tickets went from $400 to $832 — a 108% increase. This trend is worth considering when planning your trip.
The most significant price increase was from May 2026 to October 2026 — up 108%. The best time to fly is May 2026–June 2026, when the average price is $418. In September 2026–October 2026, tickets cost around $663.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in May 2026–June 2026 can save you up to 37% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 27.1%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.
Shanghai is served mainly by two airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers as well as cargo traffic; it sits about 30–35 km east of central Shanghai and typically takes 45–75 minutes to reach by car depending on traffic. Transit options include the high-speed Maglev plus Metro Line 2 (around 30–40 minutes to Lujiazui/People’s Square) and airport shuttle buses; fares can range from modest metro tickets to higher-cost taxis and the premium Maglev. Pros: extensive international connections and modern facilities; cons: farther from downtown and transfers can be time-consuming during peak hours. Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA) acts as a secondary airport focused on domestic and regional flights and a growing profile of regional low-cost and full-service carriers. Positioned roughly 13–16 km west of the city center near the Hongqiao transport hub, it’s usually 20–40 minutes by car depending on conditions. The airport is directly linked to Hongqiao Railway Station and Metro Lines 2 and 10, making transfers to downtown fast and affordable with short metro rides or shuttle options; taxi fares are generally lower than trips from Pudong. Pros: close to central Shanghai and excellent rail connections; cons: fewer long-haul international routes and can be busier for domestic peak times.
The cheapest one-way flight from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai departs on 05/26/2026, is operated by Rossiya Airlines and costs $308
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai departs on 05/26/2026, is operated by Aeroflot and costs $719
Fastest flight from Nizhniy Novgorod to Shanghai takes 20h 25m
There are no direct flights on this route.
The distance between Nizhniy Novgorod and Shanghai is 6430km (3987 miles). The average flight duration is 14h 20m. The time difference between Nizhniy Novgorod and Shanghai is 5h