On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Lanzhou to Shanghai. This 1,719 km route is well-served, with approximately 50 direct and connecting flights operating each week.
Airlines such as Juneyao Air, Air China, and China Eastern offer flights on this route. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deal. Information on how to get to the airport or getting from the airport to central Shanghai will also help you plan your trip.
The table shows direct flights Lanzhou → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and Air China. Departures from Lanzhou Zhongchuan 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 Lanzhou — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 390 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,250 in n. 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.
Lanzhou → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 478 | high | May | AED 416 | medium | Sep | AED 407 | medium |
| Feb | AED 499 | high | Jun | AED 395 | medium | Oct | AED 437 | high |
| Mar | AED 333 | low | Jul | AED 457 | high | Nov | AED 333 | low |
| Apr | AED 353 | low | Aug | AED 478 | high | Dec | AED 353 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest period in Shanghai is July and August, when temperatures reach 32.3°C, though these months also see significant rainfall. The coldest weather is observed in January (average low of 2.2°C), while December is considered the driest month.
According to current data, the best time to buy tickets is in July—with fares starting AED 399. Prices peak in March, when the minimum fare rises to AED 1,250.
The ideal time for a trip is October or November: the weather remains mild, and rainy days are minimal. To ensure maximum savings on flights, it is best to avoid traveling in late winter or early spring.
There are 4 main airlines operating on the Lanzhou — Shanghai route, with China Eastern Airlines and Air China leading in flight frequency. Most flights are direct, providing a steady connection (approximately 50 flights per week). A detailed schedule, connection options, and information about carriers, including Juneyao Air and Shanghai Airlines, are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Lanzhou — Shanghai depart from Lanzhou Zhongchuan 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 takes an average of about 2 hours 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,719 km.
The main carriers operating regular flights are China Eastern, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and Juneyao Air.
Yes, there is a stable direct air connection between Lanzhou and Shanghai, with approximately 50 flights per week.
Flight prices are dynamic and seasonal; you can always check the latest minimum fares for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Lanzhou can arrive at either Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Hongqiao Airport (SHA)—please check the details when booking.
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