Cheap flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $237
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Mon, Apr 27
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is currently $237
Cheapest one-way flight $93
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Apr 18
The cheapest one-way flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is currently $93
Last-minute weekend getaway $237
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Mon, Apr 27
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Lanzhou to Shanghai is currently $237
Cheapest business class flights $2,198
China Southern 1 stop 6 hr Thu, Apr 16 — Mon, Apr 20
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is currently $2,198
Fastest flight 2 hr 35 min The fastest nonstop flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai takes 2 hr 35 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 Lanzhou to Shanghai is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
November
Cheapest
Typical prices: $90–145
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $225–295

Popular airlines from Lanzhou to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    30 weekly nonstop flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day
    222 weekly connecting flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $237
    Typical price: $120–280
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day
    40 weekly connecting flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    6 weekly nonstop flights
    LHW - PVG Every Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    LHW - PVG Every Tue, Thu, Fri
    128 weekly connecting flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    LHW - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
    8 weekly connecting flights
    LHW - PVG Every day
  • China Southern
    from $1,024
    63 weekly connecting flights
    LHW - PVG, SHA Every day

Popular airports near Lanzhou

  • Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW)
    Lanzhou China 59 min 33 mi
  • Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN)
    Xining China 2 hr 24 min 104 mi
  • Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY)
    Zhongwei China 3 hr 45 min 127 mi
  • Jinchang Jinchuan Airport (JIC)
    Jinchang China 3 hr 55 min 190 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 Lanzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $90 to $145.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $237. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $93.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is $237, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is $1,024, flying from Apr 30 to May 4.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai starts at $237 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $93 and departs on Sat, Apr 18.
2 hr 35 min is the shortest flight time from Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 30 nonstop flights and 222 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Lanzhou to Shanghai are:
  • Spring offers 21 nonstop flights and 40 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 6 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Air China offers 3 nonstop flights and 128 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 4 nonstop flights and 8 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • China Southern offers 63 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) 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 Lanzhou and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $237. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $93.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is $237, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai is $1,024, flying from Apr 30 to May 4.
Spring, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Air China fly direct from Lanzhou to Shanghai.
  • There are 30 China Eastern direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Spring direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • There are 3 Air China direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
  • There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Lanzhou and Shanghai at price $237 is offered by Spring from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27.
Spring, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Air China fly direct from Lanzhou to Shanghai.
  • There are 30 China Eastern direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Spring direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • There are 3 Air China direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
  • There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Lanzhou and Shanghai start at $237 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou and Shanghai start at $2,198 from Thu, Apr 16 to Mon, Apr 20 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Lanzhou and Shanghai start at $237 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27.
To book business class trips from Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou and Shanghai starts at $237 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Lanzhou and Shanghai at price $237 is offered by Spring from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27.
To find last-minute flight deals from Lanzhou 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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