Cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights | $368 |
China Eastern
1 stop
28 hr
Sat, Dec 13 — Mon, Dec 15
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently $368 | |
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Cheapest one-way flight | $222 |
Asiana Airlines
1 stop
30 hr
Wed, Jan 7
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The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently $222 | |
Cheapest nonstop flights | $475 |
XiamenAir
Nonstop
3 hr
Thu, Nov 13 — Sun, Nov 16
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The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently $475 | |
Last-minute weekend getaway | $419 |
China Eastern
1 stop
21 hr
Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Beijing is currently $419 | |
Cheapest business class flights | $659 |
China Eastern
1 stop
20 hr
Sat, Oct 25 — Mon, Oct 27
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing is currently $659 | |
Fastest flight | 1 hr 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Beijing takes 1 hr 55 min |
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Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Shanghai to Beijing per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Beijing is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.
November Cheapest
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Typical prices: $255–370 |
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August Most expensive
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Typical prices: $375–450 |
Popular airlines from Shanghai to Beijing
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Shanghai to Beijing in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- China EasternNonstopfrom $368Typical price: $325–480210 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PEK, PKX Every day277 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day
- Air ChinaNonstopTypical price: $410–630126 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PEK, PKX Every day64 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - PEK, PKX Every day
- HainanNonstopfrom $68643 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PEK Every day13 weekly connecting flightsPVG - PEK Every day
- China SouthernNonstopfrom $478Typical price: $310–48035 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day179 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day
- CUANonstop14 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day28 weekly connecting flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day
- Juneyao AirlinesNonstopTypical price: $470–53011 weekly nonstop flightsPVG, SHA - PKX Every day13 weekly connecting flightsPVG - PKX Every day
Popular airports near Shanghai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Shanghai center and popularity with travelers.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)Shanghai China 29 min 8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi
Popular airports near Beijing
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Beijing center and popularity with travelers.
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)Beijing China 34 min 15 mi
- Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)Beijing China 1 hr 6 min 27 mi
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)Tianjin China 1 hr 42 min 73 mi
- Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW)Shijiazhuang China 2 hr 52 min 145 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Beijing
When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $255 to $370.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing recently found on Google Flights was with China Eastern from $368. The cheapest one-way flight was with Asiana Airlines from $222.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $368, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 15.
- The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $686, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $478, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing starts at $368 from Sat, Dec 13 to Mon, Dec 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $222 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Beijing?
1 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Beijing.
When should you fly to Beijing, China?
Peak travel season is Jun–Oct. Summer (Jun–Sep) is very hot and humid, with frequent rain. Winter (Dec–Feb) is dry and cold. Key events include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Huangyaguan Great Wall Marathon (Great Wall of China, May), the Chrysanthemum Festival (Sep–Oct) and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Beijing?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Beijing.
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.
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 is the best airline to fly from Shanghai to Beijing?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Beijing 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 Shanghai to Beijing.
In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 210 nonstop flights and 277 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) , Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) .
Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Beijing are:
In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 210 nonstop flights and 277 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) , Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) .
Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Beijing are:
- Air China offers 126 nonstop flights and 64 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) , Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) .
- Hainan offers 43 nonstop flights and 13 connecting flights per week. Hainan flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) .
- China Southern offers 35 nonstop flights and 179 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) .
- CUA offers 14 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. CUA flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) .
- Juneyao Airlines offers 11 nonstop flights and 13 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) .
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Beijing recently found on Google Flights was with China Eastern from $368. The cheapest one-way flight was with Asiana Airlines from $222.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $368, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 15.
- The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $686, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Beijing is $478, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
China Eastern, Air China, Hainan, CUA, XiamenAir, China Southern, Juneyao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Beijing.
- There are 210 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 126 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 43 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 CUA direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Beijing at price $419 is offered by China Eastern from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
China Eastern, Air China, Hainan, CUA, XiamenAir, China Southern, Juneyao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Beijing.
- There are 210 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 126 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 43 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 CUA direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing per week. Flights are available every day.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at $475 from Thu, Nov 13 to Sun, Nov 16 with XiamenAir.
How can I find nonstop flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Beijing, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at $659 from Sat, Oct 25 to Mon, Oct 27 with China Eastern.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Beijing start at $368 from Sat, Dec 13 to Mon, Dec 15.
How can I book business class trips from Shanghai to Beijing?
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Beijing, 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.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Shanghai to Beijing next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Beijing starts at $419 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with China Eastern.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Beijing at price $419 is offered by China Eastern from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Beijing?
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Beijing, 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.
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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These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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Seattle$726Oct 23 — Oct 271 stop 15 hr 55 min Asiana Airlines
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