Cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing

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Cheapest round-trip flightsHK$3,431
Air Macau1 stop19 hrThu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently HK$3,431
Cheapest one-way flightHK$1,721
Air Macau1 stop26 hrWed, Jan 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently HK$1,721
Cheapest nonstop flightsHK$3,737
XiamenAirNonstop3 hrThu, Dec 25 — Sun, Dec 28
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently HK$3,737
Last-minute weekend getawayHK$3,737
XiamenAirNonstop3 hrThu, Dec 25 — Sun, Dec 28
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Beijing is currently HK$3,737
Cheapest business class flightsHK$10,278
China SouthernNonstop3 hrThu, Dec 25 — Sun, Dec 28
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently HK$10,278
Fastest flight1 hr 50 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Beijing takes 1 hr 50 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Beijing is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: HK$2,150–2,550
August
Most expensive
Typical prices: HK$2,950–3,550

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Beijing

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: HK$2,650–3,750
    206 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - PEK, PKXEvery day
    256 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - PKXEvery day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    117 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - PEK, PKXEvery day
    76 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - PEK, PKXEvery day
  • Hainan
    Nonstop
    from HK$5,438
    Typical price: HK$5,300–5,500
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - PEKEvery day
    8 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - PEKEvery day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from HK$3,802
    Typical price: HK$2,700–3,800
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - PKXEvery day
    216 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - PKXEvery day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    17 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - PKXEvery day
    2 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - PKXEvery Fri, Sun
  • CUA
    Nonstop
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - PKXEvery day
    28 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - PKXEvery day

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    ShanghaiChina44 min32 km
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    ShanghaiChina28 min13 km
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    HangzhouChina2 hr 12 min149 km
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    WuxiChina1 hr 35 min103 km

Popular airports near Beijing

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
    BeijingChina34 min24 km
  • Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
    BeijingChina1 hr 4 min43 km
  • Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)
    TianjinChina1 hr 42 min118 km
  • Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW)
    ShijiazhuangChina2 hr 53 min233 km

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Beijing

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from HK$2,150 to HK$2,550.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from HK$3,431. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from HK$1,721.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Beijing is HK$5,438, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 28.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is HK$3,802, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 28.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing starts at HK$3,431 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$1,721 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
1 hr 50 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Beijing.
Peak travel season is Jun–Oct. Summer (Jun–Sep) is very hot and humid, with frequent rain. Winter (Dec–Feb) is dry and cold. Key events include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Huangyaguan Great Wall Marathon (Great Wall of China, May), the Chrysanthemum Festival (Sep–Oct) and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Beijing.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Beijing really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shanghai to Beijing.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 206 nonstop flights and 256 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Beijing are:
  • Air China offers 117 nonstop flights and 76 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
  • Hainan offers 49 nonstop flights and 8 connecting flights per week. Hainan flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
  • China Southern offers 35 nonstop flights and 216 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 17 nonstop flights and 2 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
  • CUA offers 14 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. CUA flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Beijing.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from HK$3,431. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from HK$1,721.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Beijing is HK$5,438, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 28.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is HK$3,802, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 28.
China Eastern, Hainan, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, CUA, XiamenAir and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Beijing.
  • There are 206 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 117 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 CUA direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Beijing at price HK$3,737 is offered by XiamenAir from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28.
China Eastern, Hainan, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, CUA, XiamenAir and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Beijing.
  • There are 206 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 117 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 CUA direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at HK$3,737 from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28 with XiamenAir.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Beijing, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at HK$10,278 from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at HK$3,431 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11.
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Beijing, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Beijing starts at HK$3,737 from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28 with XiamenAir.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Beijing at price HK$3,737 is offered by XiamenAir from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Beijing, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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