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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Shenzhen to Shanghai is $89 (December 2026), while the maximum is $110 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $99–$199.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shenzhen to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
Nearly all of the 6 airlines on the Shenzhen — Shanghai route operate daily, with just one exception: China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Yangtze River Express, Juneyao Airlines, and China Southern Airlines fly every day. Spring Airlines flies every day except Thursday.
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We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.
On the Shenzhen — Shanghai route, ticket prices are stable. Whichever month you choose, the difference will be minimal.
There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in July 2026–August 2026 (averaging $98) and slightly more in September 2026–October 2026 ($105). But overall, the difference is small.
On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 7%. Book whenever it's convenient.
Monthly price variation is just 7.2%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.
The Shenzhen — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Yangtze River Express, Hainan Airlines, and Air China. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $89. 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.
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Shenzhen — Shanghai
12/10/2026
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9C8950
starting at $89
Shenzhen — Shanghai
09/07/2026
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9C8950
starting at $99
Shenzhen — Shanghai
08/22/2026
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9C8950
starting at $100
Shenzhen — Shanghai
09/05/2026
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9C8882
starting at $100
Shenzhen — Shanghai
07/20/2026
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MU5332
starting at $107
Shenzhen — Shanghai
09/11/2026
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9C8956
starting at $109
Shenzhen — Shanghai
10/15/2026
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9C8950
starting at $110
Shenzhen — Shanghai
10/19/2026
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9C7520
starting at $110
Shenzhen — Shanghai
08/16/2026
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ZH9501
starting at $112
Shenzhen — Shanghai
08/25/2026
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ZH9513
starting at $115
The cheapest flight ticket from Shenzhen to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $89
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shenzhen to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: December, July, September.
The fastest flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai start from 2 hours 10 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shenzhen — Shanghai: Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines
Spring Airlines
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $101
China Eastern Airlines
Every day
starting at $148
Shenzhen Airlines
Every day
starting at $142
Yangtze River Express
Every day
starting at $95
Juneyao Airlines
Every day
starting at $127
China Southern Airlines
Every day
starting at $162
The cheapest one-way flight from Shenzhen to Shanghai departs on 12/10/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $89
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shenzhen to Shanghai departs on 08/04/2026, is operated by Shenzhen Airlines and costs $210
Fastest flight from Shenzhen to Shanghai takes 2h 10m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shenzhen and Shanghai is 1213km (752 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 25m. There are 470 direct flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai. Shenzhen and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Shenzhen begin at 6:15 AM. The latest flight from Shenzhen departs at 9:30 PM
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) is the city’s main gateway and typically functions as an international and regional hub, handling a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines. Fares can be competitive on domestic and short-haul international routes, with budget options often available. The airport lies about 32–40 km northwest of downtown Shenzhen; travel times vary from roughly 30–60 minutes by metro (Line 11) or 40–70 minutes by taxi depending on traffic. Airport buses and ride-hailing are common alternatives, with fares usually ranging from modest airport-bus fees to mid-range taxi or app prices. Pros: modern facilities and good transit links; cons: distance to central business areas and occasional peak-hour congestion.
Shanghai is served primarily by two airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) functions as the city’s major international and long-haul hub, handling most intercontinental flights and full-service carriers; fares here can be mid-to-high depending on routes. It sits about 40–50 km from downtown Shanghai, with travel options including the Maglev plus metro (around 45–60 minutes), airport express and taxis (roughly 45–70 minutes; fares vary by service and traffic). Pros: extensive international connections and modern facilities; cons: longer transfer times and occasional congestion. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) typically covers domestic and regional services and is favored by low-cost and legacy carriers on short-haul routes. It’s located much closer to the city center, roughly 10–15 km away, reachable by metro or taxi in 20–40 minutes with relatively low fares; a high-speed rail link also connects to nearby cities. Pros: convenience and shorter transit times; cons: fewer long-haul options and more limited international services.
