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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai

Alternative Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shenzhen to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found82 €
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineJuneyao Airlines
Average flights per week667

Finding cheap flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai is 82 €. 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 23 minutes is the average flight time from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai.
Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern and China Southern fly direct from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai.
As of August 2025, there are 667 flights per week flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Shanghai is usually December.
If you're flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from 82 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 2 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Shenzhen (where Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • With 283 flights a week between the two airports, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is the most popular route. China Southern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SZX to SHA is with Juneyao Airlines at 21:50.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your SZX to Shanghai flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at SZX and fly nonstop to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai tickets.

  • Numerous airlines offer direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai. They include:

  • Central Shenzhen to SZX is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SZX:

  • 79.49% of flights that depart Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai flight is 41 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 82 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SZX to Shanghai.

  • The best month for landing cheap Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SZX to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • After stepping off your SZX to Shanghai flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and begin discovering new places right away.

  • In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from SHA as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Travel to Shanghai during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Book a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SZX to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are among its highlights.

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