Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $152
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Mar 5 — Mon, Mar 9
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $152
Cheapest one-way flight $97
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Tue, Feb 3
The cheapest one-way flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $97
Last-minute weekend getaway $297
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Feb 5 — Mon, Feb 9
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $297
Cheapest business class flights $597
Hainan 1 stop 7 hr Thu, Feb 26 — Sun, Mar 1
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $597
Fastest flight 2 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai takes 2 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: $140–195
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $205–250

Popular airlines from Hong Kong to Shanghai

  • Cathay Pacific
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $230–415
    64 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $180–270
    59 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG, SHA Every day
    31 weekly connecting flights
    HKG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Hong Kong Airlines
    Nonstop
    37 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    from $178
    Typical price: $205–345
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG Every day
    56 weekly connecting flights
    HKG - SHA Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $145–245
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    HKG - PVG Every Tue, Thu, Sat

Popular airports near Hong Kong

  • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
    Hong Kong Hong Kong 28 min 16 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Hong Kong to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from $140 to $195.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $152. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $97.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $178, flying from Mar 5 to Mar 9.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai starts at $152 from Thu, Mar 5 to Mon, Mar 9. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $97 and departs on Tue, Feb 3.
2 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, Cathay Pacific is the most popular. Cathay Pacific offers 64 nonstop flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

In terms of flights, Juneyao Airlines is the most popular. Juneyao Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights and 56 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) , Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

Other popular airlines flying from Hong Kong to Shanghai are:
  • China Eastern offers 59 nonstop flights and 31 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Hong Kong Airlines offers 37 nonstop flights per week. Hong Kong Airlines flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Spring offers 3 nonstop flights per week. Spring flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Hong Kong and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $152. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $97.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $178, flying from Mar 5 to Mar 9.
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, Hong Kong Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Hong Kong to Shanghai.
  • There are 64 Cathay Pacific direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 59 China Eastern direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 Hong Kong Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Spring direct flights from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong and Shanghai at price $297 is offered by Spring from Thu, Feb 5 to Mon, Feb 9.
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, Hong Kong Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Spring fly direct from Hong Kong to Shanghai.
  • There are 64 Cathay Pacific direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 59 China Eastern direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 Hong Kong Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Spring direct flights from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Shanghai start at $152 from Thu, Mar 5 to Mon, Mar 9 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong and Shanghai start at $597 from Thu, Feb 26 to Sun, Mar 1 with Hainan.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Shanghai start at $152 from Thu, Mar 5 to Mon, Mar 9.
To book business class trips from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong and Shanghai starts at $297 from Thu, Feb 5 to Mon, Feb 9 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hong Kong and Shanghai at price $297 is offered by Spring from Thu, Feb 5 to Mon, Feb 9.
To find last-minute flight deals from Hong Kong 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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