Cheap flights from Ningbo to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $525
Air Macau 1 stop 28 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest round-trip flight from Ningbo to Shanghai is currently $525
Cheapest one-way flight $264
Air Macau 1 stop 22 hr Wed, Jun 3
The cheapest one-way flight from Ningbo to Shanghai is currently $264
Last-minute weekend getaway $525
Air Macau 1 stop 28 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Ningbo to Shanghai is currently $525
Cheapest business class flights $1,626
China Southern 1 stop 18 hr Thu, May 7 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Ningbo to Shanghai is currently $1,626
Fastest flight 1 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Ningbo to Shanghai takes 1 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 2 days a week: Tue, Fri.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Ningbo to Shanghai is typically June. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
June
Cheapest
Typical prices: $295–430
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $540–690

Popular airlines from Ningbo to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Typical price: $335–570
    224 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Southern
    from $806
    Typical price: $680–850
    143 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    2 weekly nonstop flights
    NGB - PVG Every Tue, Fri
    11 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every Mon, Tue, Wed
  • Spring
    52 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Air China
    41 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Air Macau
    30 weekly connecting flights
    NGB - PVG, SHA Every day

Popular airports near Ningbo

  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 1 hr 31 min 71 mi
  • Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB)
    Ningbo China 24 min 6 mi
  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 2 hr 40 min 89 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 2 hr 29 min 93 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 Ningbo to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Ningbo to Shanghai are usually in June. Typical ticket prices in June range from $295 to $430.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Ningbo to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from $525. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from $264.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Ningbo to Shanghai is $806, flying from May 21 to May 24.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Ningbo to Shanghai starts at $525 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $264 and departs on Wed, Jun 3.
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Ningbo 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 Ningbo 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 Ningbo 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 Ningbo to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, Shanghai Airlines is the most popular. Shanghai Airlines offers 2 nonstop flights and 11 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

In terms of flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 224 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Ningbo to Shanghai are:
  • China Southern offers 143 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Spring offers 52 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Air China offers 41 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Air Macau offers 30 connecting flights per week. Air Macau flies from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) 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 Ningbo and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Ningbo to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Air Macau from $525. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Macau from $264.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Ningbo to Shanghai is $806, flying from May 21 to May 24.
Shanghai Airlines flies direct from Ningbo to Shanghai.
  • There are 2 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Ningbo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday and Friday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Ningbo and Shanghai at price $525 is offered by Air Macau from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
Shanghai Airlines flies direct from Ningbo to Shanghai.
  • There are 2 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Ningbo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday and Friday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Direct flights from Ningbo to Shanghai are only available on Tuesday and Friday.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Ningbo 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 Ningbo and Shanghai start at $1,626 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Ningbo and Shanghai start at $525 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
To book business class trips from Ningbo 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 Ningbo and Shanghai starts at $525 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with Air Macau.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Ningbo and Shanghai at price $525 is offered by Air Macau from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Ningbo 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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