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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $208. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shenyang to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shenyang to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Shenyang to Shanghai

Alternative Shenyang to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shenyang to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shenyang to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$95
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week368

Finding cheap flights from Shenyang to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shenyang to Shanghai is $171. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Shenyang to Shanghai.
China Southern, China Eastern and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Shenyang to Shanghai.
As of May 2026, there are 368 flights per week flying from Shenyang to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Shenyang to Shanghai is usually September.
If you're flying from Shenyang Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $171.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Shenyang (where Shenyang Taoxian International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • The busiest route is from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). There are 152 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SHE to PVG is the 06:55 China Eastern Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:00 with China Eastern Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your SHE to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • Direct Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be landing.

  • Direct flights from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai are offered by numerous airlines. Book your journey with one of these:

  • Central Shenyang to SHE is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 30 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Booked an early flight from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SHE:

  • Shenyang Taoxian International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SHE touch down on schedule 90.0% of the time.

  • You'll find SHE at 2 Baishan East Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) to Shanghai

  • $95 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $171. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SHE to Shanghai.

  • The best month for finding cheap Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHE to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SHE to Shanghai flight:

  • Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from baggage claim, so you can drive off in a flash.

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Plan your trip to Shanghai during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Before locking in your Shenyang Taoxian International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SHE to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in China, head for Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are the start of reasons to visit.

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