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149 € Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Beijing Capital? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.149 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 149 €, select.
Beijing.170 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 170 €, select.
Beijing.259 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From 259 €, select.
Beijing.297 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 297 €, select.
Beijing.305 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
Beijing.308 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 308 €, select.
Beijing.327 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 327 €, select.
Beijing.330 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Air China and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 330 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Beijing Capital

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Beijing Capital flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from 170 €
Sep
from 149 €
Oct
from 305 €
Nov
from 297 €
Dec
from 327 €
Jan
from 342 €
Feb
from 488 €
Mar
from 449 €
Apr
from 444 €
May
from 542 €
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Direct flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital

Shanghai to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Beijing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beijing Capital.

Shanghai to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found149 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week449

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Beijing Capital is 149 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Beijing Capital.
China Eastern, Xiamen Airlines and Air China fly direct from Shanghai to Beijing Capital.
As of August 2025, there are 449 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Beijing Capital.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Beijing Capital is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Beijing Capital Airport on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beijing Capital but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Capital is Xiamen Airlines .

Travelling from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know

  • Begin your travels at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) departing from either of these.

  • 2 hours 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport flight.

  • Beijing (where Beijing Capital International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), with 44 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from PVG to PEK is the 6:40am Hainan Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9:35pm with China Eastern Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to PEK.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • You can book a direct Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) plane ticket with departures from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Figure out if flying from SHA works better for your plans.

  • You can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to PEK departing from SHA. Take off with any of these carriers and fly straight to your final stop:

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SHA to PEK.

  • Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Your best bet is Hainan Airlines. 97.04% of its flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport land on schedule.

  • SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to PEK flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • At the moment, 65 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 149 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to PEK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • Affordable Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to PEK couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Beijing. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Book a Shanghai to PEK plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from Shanghai to Beijing Capital International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Forbidden City and 西湖 are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Beijing must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Temple of Heaven.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.

  • Around 145 kilometres east of Beijing, Tangshan is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 唐山海昌海洋馆, Tangshan Museum and Earthquake Memorial Hall.

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