Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Heihe — $181

On the Shanghai — Heihe route, flights are operated only by China Eastern Airlines. This simplifies the choice for passengers, as all tickets come from a single trusted carrier. Our service lets you instantly check fares for upcoming dates and find the most advantageous option. The minimum ticket price starts at $181, making this trip affordable for a wide range of travelers. To save even more, we recommend booking early and keeping an eye on promotions — China Eastern Airlines regularly offers special deals.

Shanghai is served by two main airports that split international, domestic and low-cost traffic. Shanghai Pudong (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international hub and handles most long-haul and full-service carrier flights; it’s located about 30–45 km east of downtown and can take roughly 45–75 minutes by Maglev+metro or taxi depending on traffic, with metro fares typically modest and taxis significantly more. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) sits much closer to the centre (around 13–18 km) and often handles domestic and regional routes as well as some full-service and budget airlines; travel time to downtown is commonly 30–45 minutes by metro or taxi. Pudong tends to feel more modern and geared to international connections, while Hongqiao can be more convenient for short-haul or business travel. Ground transport options include the high-speed Maglev to Pudong, multiple metro lines, airport shuttle buses and public taxis; fares vary by mode and distance. Pros: PVG is best for international connectivity and transfer comfort, SHA is quicker for city access. Cons: PVG can involve longer commutes and higher taxi costs; SHA can be busier and more constrained during peak times.

Heihe’s main air gateway, Heihe Aihui Airport (HEK), functions as a small regional airport linking the city to other Chinese hubs rather than a major international gateway. Flights are typically operated by domestic carriers and low-cost regional services, so fares can be competitively priced compared with larger airports, though seasonal demand may push them up. The airport sits about 33–40 km from Heihe city center; road transfer by taxi or airport shuttle usually takes around 35–55 minutes depending on traffic, with taxi fares commonly in a modest range and shuttles costing less. Pros: compact terminal and short queues at off-peak times; cons: limited route network and fewer on-site amenities than bigger airports.

The cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Heihe ranges from $172 (June 2026) to $371 (September 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $278–$295.