Cheap flights from Dali to Shanghai

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Cheapest one-way flight $129
Spring Nonstop 4 hr Thu, May 28
The cheapest one-way flight from Dali to Shanghai is currently $129
Fastest flight 3 hr 25 min The fastest nonstop flight from Dali to Shanghai takes 3 hr 25 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

Popular airlines from Dali to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    DLU - PVG, SHA Every day
    138 weekly connecting flights
    DLU - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Lucky Air
    Nonstop
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    DLU - PVG Every Mon, Tue, Sun
    15 weekly connecting flights
    DLU - SHA Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $318
    Typical price: $245–460
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    DLU - PVG Every Tue, Thu, Sat
  • China Southern
    123 weekly connecting flights
    DLU - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Air China
    55 weekly connecting flights
    DLU - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Tibet Airlines
    14 weekly connecting flights
    DLU - SHA Every day

Popular airports near Dali

  • Dali Airport (DLU)
    Dali China 18 min 4 mi
  • Lijiang Airport (LJG)
    Lijiang China 2 hr 32 min 73 mi
  • Baoshan Airport (BSD)
    Baoshan China 2 hr 38 min 78 mi
  • Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
    Kunming China 4 hr 22 min 170 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 27 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 8 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Dali to Shanghai

The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $129.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Dali to Shanghai is $318, flying from May 7 to May 14.
The cheapest one-way flight starts at $129 and departs on Thu, May 28.
3 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Dali to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Dali to Shanghai.
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 Dali to Shanghai 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 Dali to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 21 nonstop flights and 138 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Dali to Shanghai are:
  • Lucky Air offers 3 nonstop flights and 15 connecting flights per week. Lucky Air flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) , Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Spring offers 3 nonstop flights per week. Spring flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • China Southern offers 123 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Air China offers 55 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Tibet Airlines offers 14 connecting flights per week. Tibet Airlines flies from Dali Airport (DLU) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Dali and Shanghai.
The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $129.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Dali to Shanghai is $318, flying from May 7 to May 14.
China Eastern, Spring and Lucky Air fly direct from Dali to Shanghai.
  • There are 21 China Eastern direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Lucky Air direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.
  • There are 3 Spring direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dali and Shanghai at price $676 is offered by Spring from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
China Eastern, Spring and Lucky Air fly direct from Dali to Shanghai.
  • There are 21 China Eastern direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Lucky Air direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.
  • There are 3 Spring direct flights from Dali to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Dali to Shanghai on a daily basis.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Dali to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
To book business class trips from Dali to Shanghai, 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 Dali and Shanghai starts at $676 from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dali and Shanghai at price $676 is offered by Spring from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Dali to Shanghai, 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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