Flights Shanghai — Hong Kong

Cheap flights Shanghai — Hong Kong

Below you can see the best deals on flights Shanghai — Hong Kong for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 11 August, from AED 297.

Top 10 cheap flights Shanghai — Hong Kong

Direct flights Shanghai — Hong Kong

Direct flight options for Shanghai — Hong Kong with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Juneyao Airlines — travel time is 2 h 13 min.

Top 10 direct flights Shanghai — Hong Kong

About the Shanghai — Hong Kong flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Shanghai to Hong Kong. The direct distance between the cities is 1,229 km, and intensive air traffic is provided by approximately 178 flights per week.

Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as China Eastern (MU), Cathay Pacific (CX), and the low-cost carrier Spring Airlines (9C). Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, we recommend using the price dynamics chart and checking ways to get to the airport and transfer options from Hong Kong Airport.

Return route:return route: flights Hong Kong → Shanghai

Flight schedule Shanghai — Hong Kong

The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Hong Kong on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Shanghai Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern and Hong Kong Airlines. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Hong Kong 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.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Shanghai — Hong Kong

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Hong Kong by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 262 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 377 in r. 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.

Prices by month

Shanghai → Hong Kong, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 1,053	high	May	AED 928	medium	Sep	AED 953	medium
Feb	AED 802	low	Jun	AED 953	medium	Oct	AED 1,153	high
Mar	AED 777	low	Jul	AED 1,078	high	Nov	AED 827	low
Apr	AED 878	medium	Aug	AED 1,103	high	Dec	AED 903	medium

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate at the destination is characterized by hot summers and moderately cool winters. The warmest month is July, with an average temperature of 30.7°C, and the wettest month is August, with up to 330.13 mm of precipitation.

According to booking data, the most affordable flights are recorded in November with prices starting AED 262 and in April — AED 264. Peak ticket prices usually occur in June, when prices start AED 377.

The best time to travel is considered to be November, when the weather is dry and fares remain at their lowest. It is better to avoid the period from June to September due to the combination of high prices and heavy tropical rains.

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How to get the best deal on a Shanghai — Hong Kong ticket

Compare offers from mainline carriers (Cathay Pacific, China Eastern) with the low-cost carrier Spring Airlines, whose tickets are often cheaper, but baggage is charged separately.
Use the low-price calendar on the page, as the price difference between neighboring dates can reach 30–40%.
Keep in mind that there are about 178 flights per week on this route, so tickets for evening departures on weekdays are often more affordable than morning flights on weekends.
Check carry-on baggage rules: budget airlines on this route strictly limit the weight and dimensions of bags.

Airlines

Major air carriers operate on the route, including China Eastern Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Hong Kong Airlines, which account for the bulk of the ~178 weekly flights. Most flights are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. A detailed weekly schedule and a list of all available airlines are provided in the list below.

Shanghai AirlinesFM
49x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8812M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG35x/week
  Duration
  2h 55m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SHA → HKG14x/week
  Duration
  2h 42m
  Days
  un,MonS
27.7%Open →
Cathay PacificCX
46x/week
WebsiteFleet: 18018M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG38x/week
  Duration
  2h 53m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SHA → HKG8x/week
  Duration
  2h 45m
  Days
  un,MonS
25.7%Open →
China EasternMU
45x/week
WebsiteFleet: 803116M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG36x/week
  Duration
  2h 55m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SHA → HKG10x/week
  Duration
  2h 43m
  Days
  un,MonS
25.5%Open →
Hong Kong AirlinesHX
26x/week
WebsiteFleet: 213.5M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG19x/week
  Duration
  2h 48m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SHA → HKG7x/week
  Duration
  2h 39m
  Days
  un,MonS
14.6%Open →
Juneyao AirlinesHO
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11719M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG6x/week
  Duration
  2h 13m
  Days
  un,MonS
3.6%Open →
Spring Airlines9C
2x/week
Fleet: 12024.1M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG2x/week
  Duration
  3h 5m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →
Hainan AirlinesHU
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 22457M pax/year
- Direct flight PVG → HKG1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight SHA → HKG1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
0.7%Open →
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1x/week
- Direct flight PVG → HKG1x/week
0.4%
CKCK
1x/week
- Direct flight PVG → HKG1x/week
0.4%
D0D0
1x/week
- Direct flight PVG → HKG1x/week
0.2%
RHRH
1x/week
- Direct flight PVG → HKG1x/week
0.2%

Cities and airports on the Shanghai — Hong Kong route

Flights Shanghai — Hong Kong depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Hong Kong International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Shanghai

SHA

China

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country China

Arrival

Hong Kong

HKG

Hong Kong

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Hong Kong

Departure airports

Shanghai Pudong International AirportPVG
About the airport
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportSHA
About the airport

Arrival airports

Hong Kong International AirportHKG
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Shanghai — Hong Kong flight

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

The distance between the cities is about 1,229 km. The average direct flight time takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Which airlines serve this route?

Regular flights are operated by China Eastern (MU), Cathay Pacific (CX), Hong Kong Airlines (HX), Spring Airlines (9C), and other carriers.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, many direct flights are available on this route—about 178 flights are operated weekly.

Which airport do flights arrive at?

Flights from Shanghai land at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), the region's main aviation hub.

When is the best time to buy tickets?

To find the lowest fares, it is recommended to book seats 4–6 weeks before the trip and monitor the current minimums in the low-price calendar on this page.

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