Chinasouthern
CZ-8879
09:00
2026-10-30
PKX (PKX)PKX
2H :10 M
Non Stop
11:10
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)
Hongqiao
Hongqiao
PEK to SHA
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Chinasouthern
CZ-8885
13:00
2026-10-30
PKX (PKX)PKX
2H :05 M
Non Stop
15:05
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Chinasouthern
CZ-8887
16:20
2026-10-30
PKX (PKX)PKX
2H :15 M
Non Stop
18:35
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Chinasouthern
CZ-5663
19:45
2026-10-30
PKX (PKX)PKX
2H :05 M
Non Stop
21:50
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Chinasouthern
CZ-8889
20:45
2026-10-30
PKX (PKX)PKX
2H :25 M
Non Stop
23:10
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong
China Eastern
MU-5100
07:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital1H :55 M
Non Stop
08:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong
Air China
CA-1507
07:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :15 M
Non Stop
09:45
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1835
07:55
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :20 M
Non Stop
10:15
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong China Eastern
MU-5102
08:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :15 M
Non Stop
10:15
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5152
08:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :20 M
Non Stop
10:50
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong Air China
CA-1501
08:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :25 M
Non Stop
10:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5104
09:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :00 M
Non Stop
11:00
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1519
09:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :25 M
Non Stop
11:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5106
10:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :20 M
Non Stop
12:20
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1531
10:25
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :20 M
Non Stop
12:45
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1523
10:55
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :30 M
Non Stop
13:25
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5108
11:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital1H :55 M
Non Stop
12:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5154
11:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :10 M
Non Stop
13:40
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong Air China
CA-1557
11:45
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :10 M
Non Stop
13:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5110
12:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital1H :55 M
Non Stop
13:55
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1533
12:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :30 M
Non Stop
15:00
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5112
13:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :15 M
Non Stop
15:15
2026-10-30
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Air China
CA-8501
13:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :20 M
Non Stop
15:20
2026-10-30
Shanghai (PVG)Pu Dong
Pu Dong China Eastern
MU-5156
13:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :05 M
Non Stop
15:35
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao Air China
CA-1517
13:40
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :25 M
Non Stop
16:05
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
Hongqiao China Eastern
MU-5114
14:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)Capital
Capital2H :15 M
Non Stop
16:15
2026-10-30
Shanghai (SHA)Hongqiao
HongqiaoUp to 120 of 175 options on this route. Open the full search to see them all with every filter.
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare
¥1,732
Chinasouthern
09:00
Earliest departure
¥4,283
Air China
06:40
Shortest duration
¥2,267
China Eastern
07:00
Route forecast
Weather in Beijing and Shanghai
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
Beijing
Thu, 15 Oct23°CClear skyLow 10°
- Mon25° / 17°
- Tue21° / 8°
- Wed21° / 10°
Shanghai
Thu, 15 Oct26°CPartly cloudyLow 19°
- Mon25° / 18°
- Tue26° / 19°
- Wed25° / 17°
Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.
Smart travel dates
Holidays and peak dates for Shanghai
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
- 01Jan元旦Friday
Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.
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How to travel Beijing to Shanghai
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹24,7821h 55m53 flights
Connecting flight₹40,159Longer, includes a stop122 options
Air distance is about 1,076 km. 7 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Beijing to Shanghai
Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.
Air China Flights
- Fares from
- ¥2,267
- Non-stop
- 18 in these results
- Departures
- 61 in the list above
Chinasouthern Flights
- Fares from
- ¥1,732
- Non-stop
- 5 in these results
- Departures
- 56 in the list above
China Eastern Flights
- Fares from
- ¥2,267
- Non-stop
- 23 in these results
- Departures
- 23 in the list above
Hainan Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- ¥2,502
- Non-stop
- 7 in these results
- Departures
- 16 in the list above
Singapore Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- ¥3,586
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 8 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 1h 55m · China Eastern |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:40 · Air China |
| Last departure of the day | 22:15 · Air China |
| Flight options found | 175 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 53 |
| Airport codes | Beijing–PEK, Shanghai–SHA |
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 175 flight options, 53 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 06:40 and the last around 22:15. The fastest flight takes about 1h 55m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from ¥1,732, Afternoon from ¥1,732, Evening from ¥1,732. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
Cheapest Airfare & Best Time to Book
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Beijing
Beijing brings imperial palaces, hutong lanes and large modern districts into a city that rewards geographical planning. The Forbidden City and nearby central sights form one group, while the Summer Palace and Great Wall require separate outings. Travellers from India arriving at Beijing Capital Airport should distinguish it from Daxing Airport before arranging a pickup. The Capital Airport rail connection is useful for reaching the urban network, but the final transfer depends on the hotel district.
Read more about Beijing
What's new in Beijing
- December 2025: the central section of Metro Line 17 opened between Workers' Stadium and Shilihe, adding connections through eastern central Beijing.
- January 2026: Wangjingxi station opened on Line 17, creating another interchange with Lines 13 and 15 for journeys across northern Beijing.
Tips for travellers from India
Dongzhimen is a practical base when the airport rail connection is the main concern. A Qianmen stay instead places the focus on the older central streets. These choices serve different itineraries: a convenient arrival interchange and a heritage neighbourhood are not the same location.
Build a central day around the Forbidden City and its surroundings rather than appending the Summer Palace at the far end of the afternoon. The palace gardens deserve a separate northwest outing. A Great Wall excursion is a third commitment beyond the urban sightseeing circuit, with its own road journey and walking route.
Keep Capital and Daxing airport names visible in any transfer booking, especially when arriving on one airline and leaving on another. For evenings, remain in the neighbourhood already being explored: hutong lanes reward a slower walk, whereas the main avenues around the large monuments create much longer distances than a compact map implies. Qianmen and Dongzhimen therefore offer two distinct starting points for the same city.
Best time to visit Beijing
April to May or September to October, about 10–25°C, for open-air sites.
Places to visit in Beijing
Palace MuseumTemple of HeavenSummer PalaceTiananmen SquareJingshan ParkHouhai
How to reach Beijing
By Air: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 30 km northeast of central Beijing; Airport Express rail reaches Dongzhimen in roughly 30 minutes. Taxis and airport buses also operate.
By Rail: Beijing railway stations serve high-speed and conventional routes; the metro links major districts.
By Road: Airport buses and taxis connect PEK with city districts; long-distance coaches use separate terminals.
What to do in Beijing
Book a Palace Museum visit.
Walk the Temple of Heaven park.
Spend a half-day at the Summer Palace.
View central Beijing from Jingshan Park.
Beijing airport information
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Asiana Airlines moved its Beijing Capital arrivals and departures from Terminal 3 to Terminal 2 on 1 September 2026. Terminal assignments differ by airline and route, so a connecting booking needs its own terminal check.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Beijing to Shanghai flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Beijing to Shanghai dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at ¥1,732. This can change from week to week.
How far is Beijing from Shanghai by air?
The direct air distance between Beijing (PEK) and Shanghai (SHA) is about 1,076 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from PEK to SHA?
Yes. 53 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Beijing to Shanghai. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Beijing to Shanghai?
Air China, Chinasouthern, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Beijing to Shanghai?
The quickest non-stop Beijing to Shanghai flight on this page takes about 1h 55m. Non-stop flights here take between 1h 55m and 2h 30m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Beijing to Shanghai flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 20 KG, 25 KG and 30 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Beijing to Shanghai flight fare?
The lowest Beijing to Shanghai fare on this page is ¥1,732. Fares on the same dates run up to ¥11,172, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Beijing to Shanghai flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:40 and the last around 22:15, local time at Beijing. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
Why does the price change after clicking Book Now?
Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.
Before you book this route
Check the airport codes PEK–SHA, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
Where these fares come from
The fares, durations, stops and baggage shown here come from real airline search results for this route. They are examples for the dates on this page, not a full timetable and not a locked price. Run a search to see what is available for your own dates.
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Approx route distance: 1,076.49 km.
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Lowest Beijing to Shanghai airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | ¥1,732 | 30/10/2026 | Chinasouthern | 09:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | ¥1,697 | 07/11/2026 | Chinasouthern | 09:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | ¥1,645 | 06/01/2027 | Chinasouthern | 09:00 |
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Beijing to Shanghai Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Beijing and Shanghai is about 1,076 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 55m to 29h 50m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Beijing to Shanghai Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 175 flight options, 53 of them non-stop. The first departure from Beijing is at 06:40 and the last is at 22:15. Flights leave from Capital and land at Hongqiao.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Beijing to Shanghai |
| Aerial Distance | 1,076 KM |
| Flight Duration | 1h 55m - 29h 50m |
| Airport Codes | Beijing - PEK, Shanghai - SHA |
| Total Flights Available | 175 flights53 direct122 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:40 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 22:15 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 16 flights4 direct12 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 68 flights14 direct54 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 55 flights14 direct41 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 26 flights14 direct12 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 10 flights7 direct3 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
PEK: Beijing airport system. Beijing routes can involve Capital Airport or Daxing. The airport choice changes transfer time, so match it with your hotel district, visa plan and onward rail or domestic connection.
SHA: Shanghai airport system. Shanghai can mean Pudong or Hongqiao. Pudong is common for long-haul international flights; Hongqiao is closer to many business areas and domestic rail links. Check the airport before booking transfers.
SHA: Shanghai airport system. Shanghai can mean Pudong or Hongqiao. Pudong is common for long-haul international flights; Hongqiao is closer to many business areas and domestic rail links. Check the airport before booking transfers.
