Find Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou (SHA - LHW)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$86	Spring Nonstop 4 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Wed, Nov 26	The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is currently $86
Cheapest one-way flight	$38	Spring Nonstop 4 hr Wed, Nov 19	The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is currently $38
Last-minute weekend getaway	$90	Spring Nonstop 4 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Mon, Nov 24	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Lanzhou is currently $90
Cheapest business class flights	$1,054	China Eastern 1 stop 24 hr Mon, Dec 1 — Mon, Dec 8	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is currently $1,054

Fastest flight	3 hr 10 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou takes 3 hr 10 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 Shanghai to Lanzhou is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.

November Cheapest	Typical prices: $85–190
July Most expensive	Typical prices: $230–340

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Lanzhou

China Eastern

Nonstop

from $660

Typical price: $560–760

34 weekly nonstop flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day

170 weekly connecting flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day
Spring

Nonstop

from $86

Typical price: $110–285

21 weekly nonstop flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day

22 weekly connecting flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day
Shanghai Airlines

Nonstop

14 weekly nonstop flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day
Juneyao Airlines

Nonstop

7 weekly nonstop flights

PVG - LHW Every day

8 weekly connecting flights

PVG - LHW Every day
Air China

101 weekly connecting flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day
China Southern

from $1,063

Typical price: $930–1,100

40 weekly connecting flights

PVG, SHA - LHW Every day

Popular airports near Shanghai

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 13 min 93 mi
Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)

Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Lanzhou

Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW)

Lanzhou China 1 hr 2 min 33 mi
Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN)

Xining China 2 hr 36 min 104 mi
Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY)

Zhongwei China 3 hr 52 min 127 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Lanzhou

When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $85 to $190.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $86. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $38.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $660, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $86, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 26.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $1,063, flying from Nov 22 to Nov 28.

What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou starts at $86 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Nov 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $38 and departs on Wed, Nov 19.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

3 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Lanzhou.

When should you fly to Lanzhou, China?

Peak travel is Jun–Oct. Summer (Jun–Aug) is warm, while winter (Nov–Feb) is cold and dry with occasional snow. The Lanzhou International Marathon (Jun) brings in thousands of runners and spectators. The Lanzhou Silk Road Festival (Sep) celebrates the city's importance on the ancient trade route linking China with Central Asia and Europe.

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou.
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 Lanzhou?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 34 nonstop flights and 170 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Lanzhou are:

Spring offers 21 nonstop flights and 22 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .
Shanghai Airlines offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .
Juneyao Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights and 8 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .
Air China offers 101 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .
China Southern offers 40 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Lanzhou.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $86. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $38.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $660, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $86, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 26.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou is $1,063, flying from Nov 22 to Nov 28.

Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

Spring, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Lanzhou.

There are 34 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 21 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 7 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Lanzhou at price $90 is offered by Spring from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

Spring, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Lanzhou.

There are 34 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 21 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 7 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou available?

There are direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou on a daily basis.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Lanzhou start at $86 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Nov 26 with Spring.

How can I find nonstop flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou, 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 Lanzhou?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Lanzhou start at $1,054 from Mon, Dec 1 to Mon, Dec 8 with China Eastern.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Lanzhou start at $86 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Nov 26.

How can I book business class trips from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

To book business class trips from Shanghai to Lanzhou, 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.

Are there any last-minute deals from Shanghai to Lanzhou next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Lanzhou starts at $90 from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24 with Spring.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Lanzhou at price $90 is offered by Spring from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Lanzhou, 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.