On this page, you can find and book flights from Shanghai to Xining. The flight distance is 1,913 km, and with up to 18 flights per week, you can easily find a convenient departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by Juneyao Air, Air China, and China Eastern. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the calendar and price chart on this page to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Xining on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Air China. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Xining 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 — Xining by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 404 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,429 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.
Shanghai → Xining, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 529 | medium | May | AED 698 | high | Sep | AED 553 | medium |
| Feb | AED 698 | high | Jun | AED 553 | medium | Oct | AED 698 | high |
| Mar | AED 481 | low | Jul | AED 722 | high | Nov | AED 481 | low |
| Apr | AED 457 | low | Aug | AED 698 | high | Dec | AED 457 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Xining is July, with average temperatures reaching 22.5°C, while January is considered the coldest. The period from July to September is characterized by the highest rainfall, peaking in September.
In terms of savings, the most budget-friendly flights are available in August, starting AED 584. According to current data, March is the most expensive month to travel, with ticket prices starting AED 1,429.
August is considered the optimal time for a trip: the weather remains comfortable for travel, and average airfares are among the lowest of the year.
Four airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Juneyao Air, Air China, and China Eastern. There are approximately 18 flights per week, most of which are direct, ensuring stable connectivity between the cities. Below is the current schedule and detailed information for each airline to help you choose the best flight option.
Flights Shanghai — Xining depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Xining Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours and 30 minutes, considering the distance of 1,913 km and the average speed of an airliner.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by carriers such as Juneyao Air, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines.
Yes, direct flights predominate on this route, with a total of approximately 18 departures per week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and the season; you can check the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Shanghai arrive at Xining Airport (XNN). Information on how to get from the airport to the city is available in our guide.
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