Cheap flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $497
Air Macau 1 stop 16 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Mon, Apr 27
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is currently $497
Cheapest one-way flight $234
Air Macau 1 stop 7 hr Thu, May 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is currently $234
Last-minute weekend getaway $557
Air Macau 1 stop 6 hr Sat, Apr 18 — Mon, Apr 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Hangzhou to Shanghai is currently $557
Cheapest business class flights $2,038
Air Macau 1 stop 11 hr Thu, Apr 30 — Sun, May 3
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is currently $2,038
Fastest flight 45 min The fastest nonstop flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai takes 45 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Fri, Sat, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Hangzhou to Shanghai is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $320–440
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $550–710

Popular airlines from Hangzhou to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $365–640
    2 weekly nonstop flights
    HGH - PVG Every Fri, Sat
    158 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Southern
    from $712
    Typical price: $690–840
    132 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Air China
    123 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shandong
    from $788
    Typical price: $870–1,050
    48 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Hainan
    from $1,269
    42 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Spring
    42 weekly connecting flights
    HGH - PVG, SHA Every day

Popular airports near Hangzhou

  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 33 min 17 mi
  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 2 hr 17 min 114 mi
  • Tunxi Airport (TXN)
    Huangshan City China 3 hr 2 min 119 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 2 hr 4 min 94 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 43 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 Hangzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $320 to $440.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from $497. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from $234.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $712, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $788, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $1,269, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai starts at $497 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $234 and departs on Thu, May 7.
45 min is the shortest flight time from Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 2 nonstop flights and 158 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Hangzhou to Shanghai are:
  • China Southern offers 132 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Air China offers 123 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shandong offers 48 connecting flights per week. Shandong flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Hainan offers 42 connecting flights per week. Hainan flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Spring offers 42 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Hangzhou International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Hangzhou and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from $497. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from $234.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $712, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $788, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Hangzhou to Shanghai is $1,269, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
China Eastern flies direct from Hangzhou to Shanghai.
  • There are 2 China Eastern direct flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hangzhou and Shanghai at price $557 is offered by Air Macau from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20.
China Eastern flies direct from Hangzhou to Shanghai.
  • There are 2 China Eastern direct flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Direct flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai are only available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Hangzhou 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.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Hangzhou and Shanghai start at $2,038 from Thu, Apr 30 to Sun, May 3 with Air Macau.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Hangzhou and Shanghai start at $497 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27.
To book business class trips from Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou and Shanghai starts at $557 from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20 with Air Macau.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hangzhou and Shanghai at price $557 is offered by Air Macau from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20.
To find last-minute flight deals from Hangzhou 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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