Spring Airlines
Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa
starting at $80
China Eastern Airlines
Tu, Th, and Sa
starting at $113
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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Lijiang is $93 (May 2026), while the maximum is $242 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $139–$258.
Ticket prices for Shanghai — Lijiang follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.
Prices rise from May 2026 to July 2026 (+160%), then decline from July 2026 to October 2026 (58%). The cheapest tickets are in May 2026–June 2026 (averaging $110), while the priciest are in July 2026–September 2026 ($187).
For savings, plan your flight for May 2026–June 2026 — you could save up to 41%. Try to avoid July 2026–September 2026 when possible: prices are at their highest then.
Price spread on this route is 38.5%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.
Spring Airlines
Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa
starting at $80
China Eastern Airlines
Tu, Th, and Sa
starting at $113
The airlines on the Shanghai — Lijiang route each fly on specific days: Spring Airlines flies on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. China Eastern Airlines only flies on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Shanghai — Lijiang
07/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU9720
starting at $469
Shanghai — Lijiang
10/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C7115
starting at $198
Shanghai — Lijiang
05/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU9720
starting at $143
Shanghai — Lijiang
05/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU9720
starting at $198
Shanghai — Lijiang
05/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6617
starting at $105
Shanghai — Lijiang
06/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6733
starting at $140
Shanghai — Lijiang
09/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JD5666
starting at $520
Shanghai — Lijiang
10/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6617
starting at $102
Shanghai — Lijiang
10/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C6617
starting at $103
starting at $143
starting at $93
starting at $520
The route Shanghai — Lijiang is served by several airlines: China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, and Beijing Capital 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 $93 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 Shanghai to Lijiang according to data for the last 48 hours costs $93
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Lijiang is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Lijiang can be found flying in these months: May, October, June.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Lijiang start from 3 hours 45 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Lijiang: China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Lijiang departs on 05/04/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $93
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Lijiang
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Lijiang takes 3h 45m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
The distance between Shanghai and Lijiang is 2122km (1316 miles). The average flight duration is 4h 5m. There are 10 direct flights from Shanghai to Lijiang. Shanghai and Lijiang are in the same time zone. Flights from Shanghai begin at 6:50 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 8:10 PM
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