On this page, you can buy flight tickets from Dalian to Shanghai. This 853 km route is served regularly, with about 109 flights operated per week. Detailed information on how to get to Dalian airport and from Shanghai airport can be found in our information sections.
Flights on this route are operated by China Eastern, Air China, and Juneyao Airlines. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-price calendar and the price trend chart to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Dalian → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, China Southern, Juneyao Airlines and Air China. Departures from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dalian — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 350 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 800 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dalian → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 579 | high | May | AED 579 | high | Sep | AED 528 | medium |
| Feb | AED 554 | high | Jun | AED 503 | medium | Oct | AED 604 | high |
| Mar | AED 403 | low | Jul | AED 629 | high | Nov | AED 428 | low |
| Apr | AED 453 | medium | Aug | AED 654 | high | Dec | AED 352 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Shanghai is July and August, with average temperatures reaching up to 32°C. The highest rainfall occurs in June, which is considered the rainiest month of the year according to meteorological data.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in June — AED 350. Ticket prices peak in May, when fares can increase to AED 800.
For a comfortable trip, it is best to choose October or November: these months bring dry weather, and prices remain moderate. It is advisable to avoid traveling in late spring due to high seasonal demand.
Six airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being China Eastern, Air China, and Juneyao Airlines. Most flights are direct, providing a stable connection between the cities. The full schedule and details of available flight options are presented in the interactive list below.
Flights Dalian — Shanghai depart from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 853 km distance in approximately 1.5–2 hours, including taxiing time at the airports.
Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, and the budget carrier Spring Airlines.
Most planes from Dalian land at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), which is conveniently located near the city's business districts.
Flight prices change daily depending on demand. You can find the current minimum prices and the best dates for the year ahead in the low-price calendar on this page.
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