On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Shanghai to Ankang. The distance between the cities is approximately 1187 km, and direct flights are available about once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by MU. Given the low flight frequency, we recommend tracking prices via the low-price calendar and reviewing information on how to get to the departure airport and organizing a transfer from Ankang airport upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Ankang on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Ankang 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 Shanghai — Ankang by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $130 in y, and the most expensive are around $130 in y. 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.
Shanghai → Ankang, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $244 | high | May | $232 | high | Sep | $193 | medium |
| Feb | $244 | high | Jun | $193 | medium | Oct | $244 | high |
| Mar | $167 | low | Jul | $206 | medium | Nov | $167 | low |
| Apr | $193 | medium | Aug | $206 | medium | Dec | $154 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Ankang is August, with average maximum temperatures reaching 31.7°C, while the coldest month is January, when temperatures can drop to -0.8°C. Rainfall peaks in September and July, which is worth considering when planning your trip.
Current data on the lowest ticket prices from Shanghai is not available at this time; however, fares tend to rise during China's national holidays. We recommend checking for the latest offers in the price chart section, which shows monthly trends.
For a balance between pleasant weather and flight costs, consider traveling in May or October. During these months, the region enjoys moderate temperatures and a lower chance of the prolonged monsoon rains typical of the summer.
Regular flights between the cities are provided by China Eastern Airlines (MU), the primary carrier on this route. On average, there is about one flight per week, so direct flights are available to passengers on specific days. To view the detailed schedule, departure times, and aircraft types, please refer to the interactive list of airlines provided below.
Flights Shanghai — Ankang depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Ankang Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated flight time for a direct trip is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, considering the distance of 1187 km and the average speed of civil aviation.
The main carrier connecting Shanghai and Ankang is MU (China Eastern Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, though they operate with limited frequency—on average, once a week.
Flights from Shanghai arrive at Ankang Airport (AKA), which serves domestic flights in Shaanxi Province.
The most favorable offers are usually available when searching well in advance. You can check the current lowest prices for various dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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