Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai
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 Hong Kong to Shanghai and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $153 | SpringNonstop3 hrThu, Apr 16 — Mon, Apr 20 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $153 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $73 | SpringNonstop3 hrThu, Apr 9 | The cheapest one-way flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $73 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $167 | SpringNonstop3 hrThu, Mar 19 — Mon, Mar 23 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $167 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $625 | Juneyao AirlinesNonstop3 hrFri, Apr 10 — Sun, Apr 12 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is currently $625 | |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr | The fastest nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai takes 2 hr | ||
| 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 Hong Kong to Shanghai per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
January
Prices in January are usually between $160 and $230.
Popular airlines from Hong Kong to Shanghai
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 Hong Kong to Shanghai 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.
- Cathay PacificNonstopfrom $230Typical price: $230–41560 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVG, SHAEvery day
- China EasternNonstopTypical price: $180–27555 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVG, SHAEvery day24 weekly connecting flightsHKG - SHAEvery day
- Hong Kong AirlinesNonstop29 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVG, SHAEvery day
- Shanghai AirlinesNonstop10 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVG, SHAEvery day
- Juneyao AirlinesNonstopfrom $162Typical price: $205–3454 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVGEvery Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun77 weekly connecting flightsHKG - SHAEvery day
- SpringNonstopTypical price: $150–2553 weekly nonstop flightsHKG - PVGEvery Tue, Thu, Sat
Popular airports near Hong Kong
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Hong Kong center and popularity with travelers.
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)Hong KongHong Kong28 min16 mi
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)ShanghaiChina44 min20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)ShanghaiChina28 min8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)HangzhouChina2 hr 11 min93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)WuxiChina1 hr 35 min64 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Hong Kong to Shanghai
The cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $155 to $215.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $153. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $73.
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 Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $230, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $162, flying from Apr 9 to Apr 13.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai starts at $153 from Thu, Apr 16 to Mon, Apr 20. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $73 and departs on Thu, Apr 9.
2 hr 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.
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 60 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 4 nonstop flights and 77 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:
In terms of nonstop flights, Cathay Pacific is the most popular. Cathay Pacific offers 60 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 4 nonstop flights and 77 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 55 nonstop flights and 24 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
- Hong Kong Airlines offers 29 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 10 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 cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $153. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $73.
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 Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $230, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai is $162, flying from Apr 9 to Apr 13.
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, Hong Kong Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Spring fly direct from Hong Kong to Shanghai.
- There are 60 Cathay Pacific direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 55 China Eastern direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 29 Hong Kong Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 10 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 3 Spring direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hong Kong and Shanghai at price $167 is offered by Spring from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, Hong Kong Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Spring fly direct from Hong Kong to Shanghai.
- There are 60 Cathay Pacific direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 55 China Eastern direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 29 Hong Kong Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 10 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 3 Spring direct flights from Hong Kong to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
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 $153 from Thu, Apr 16 to Mon, Apr 20 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 $625 from Fri, Apr 10 to Sun, Apr 12 with Juneyao Airlines.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Shanghai start at $153 from Thu, Apr 16 to Mon, Apr 20.
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.
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 $167 from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hong Kong and Shanghai at price $167 is offered by Spring from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
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.
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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