On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Shanghai to Yichang. The 975 km journey is operated regularly, with an average of 9 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
The main carriers are FM and MU. Before your trip, check out how to get to the airport; the current prices and price trend chart in the calendar will help you choose the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Yichang on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h. Regular flights are operated by Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Yichang Sanxia 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 — Yichang by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 386 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 753 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.
Shanghai → Yichang, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 433 | low | May | AED 529 | high | Sep | AED 539 | high |
| Feb | AED 472 | medium | Jun | AED 491 | medium | Oct | AED 544 | high |
| Mar | AED 443 | low | Jul | AED 544 | high | Nov | AED 438 | low |
| Apr | AED 476 | medium | Aug | AED 481 | medium | Dec | AED 428 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Yichang is characterized by hot summers, with peak temperatures reaching 31.1°C in August. The wettest month is July (with over 200 mm of precipitation), while the coolest weather occurs in January and December, when average highs are around 8-10°C.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in July, starting AED 400. By spring, prices rise significantly: in May 2027, tickets will be at their most expensive, starting AED 753, which is nearly double the summer rates.
September is the ideal time for a trip: during this period, the weather remains comfortably warm, rainfall is much lower than in summer, and ticket prices remain affordable, starting AED 415. It is best to avoid the summer months due to extreme rainstorms.
Two main airlines operate on this route: Shanghai Airlines (FM) and China Eastern Airlines (MU). Direct connections between the cities are maintained regularly, with a total of up to 9 departures per week. For detailed information on departure times, baggage allowances, and specific flight dates, please review the list of carriers and the schedule below.
Flights Shanghai — Yichang depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Yichang Sanxia Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering the 975 km distance between the cities.
Regular passenger services are provided by FM (Shanghai Airlines) and MU (China Eastern).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flights from Shanghai land at Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH). Details on how to get from the airport to the city center can be found in the relevant section.
The lowest prices are usually observed during the summer. We recommend checking current rates via the low-price calendar on this page, as fares change daily.
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