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Book Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Beijing from £61

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Prices shown below were available within the past 3 days for the period specified and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Shanghai Beijing

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Fri, 03 May SHA - PKX

Sat, 04 May PKX - SHA

£167 £162

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Shanghai Beijing

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Tue, 14 May PVG - PEK

£63 £61

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Shanghai Beijing

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Mon, 20 May PVG - PEK

Tue, 21 May PEK - PVG

£134 £131

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Shanghai Beijing

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Wed, 08 May SHA - PKX

Sat, 11 May PKX - SHA

£159 £156

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Shanghai Beijing

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Tue, 14 May PVG - PEK

Wed, 15 May PEK - PVG

£136 £133

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Shanghai Beijing

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Sat, 25 May SHA - PEK

Sat, 25 May PEK - SHA

£157 £153

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Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

25% Trains are 25% more expensive in Beijing than in Shanghai.

Shanghai £0.44

Beijing £0.55

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

0% A meal in Beijing costs roughly the same as in Shanghai.

Shanghai £3.32

Beijing £3.32

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

19% A taxi fare in Beijing is 19% cheaper than in Shanghai.

Shanghai £1.77

Beijing £1.44

Coffee Regular cappuccino

3% Coffee is 3% more expensive in Beijing than in Shanghai.

Shanghai £2.87

Beijing £2.96

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 9.05 CNY

1 CNY = 0.12 GBP

Last checked on 25 April 2024

Distance: 664 miles

Shanghai airports

Hongqiao (SHA) How far from city centre: 4 miles

Pu Dong (PVG) How far from city centre: 19 miles

Beijing airports

Capital Intl Apt (PEK) How far from city centre: 14 miles

Nanyuan Apt (NAY) How far from city centre: 7 miles

Beijing Daxing (PKX) How far from city centre: 27 miles

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Tips for booking cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing

Now you are a little bit closer to your destination. If you are looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing, here you will find all the information you need to book your tickets.

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1. What can I do to save money when booking flights from Shanghai to Beijing?

To save money when booking flights from Shanghai to Beijing, you can follow these tips:

Choose Off-Peak Days: When searching for affordable airline tickets from Shanghai to Beijing, it's best to focus your efforts on weekdays, specifically between Monday and Wednesday. Prices tend to spike during weekends and high season. Opting for midweek travel or planning your trip during the off-season can result in significant cost savings, allowing you to allocate those funds to enhance your vacation experience.
Compare Airlines: After receiving the list of available flights from our search engine, take the time to compare ticket prices across various airlines. This step is crucial, as both low-cost and traditional carriers may offer different rates for the same route. Flexibility with your travel dates can make it easier to secure more budget-friendly tickets from Shanghai to Beijing.
Book in Advance: While some travelers may wait until the last minute in hopes of finding last-minute deals, it's generally advisable to book your flights from Shanghai to Beijing in advance. This proactive approach helps you avoid any last-minute price hikes or unexpected surprises.
Set Price Alerts: To stay informed about price drops and special deals, consider setting up price alerts for your desired route. This way, you'll receive notifications when fares from Shanghai to Beijing become more affordable, allowing you to seize the opportunity to book at a lower cost.
Explore Multi-City Flights: For those with flexible travel plans, exploring multi-city flight options can lead to additional savings. Instead of booking a round-trip ticket, consider open-jaw or multi-city itineraries that allow you to visit multiple destinations while potentially reducing the overall cost of your journey.
Consider Package Deals: For additional savings, consider bundling your flight and hotel bookings with Opodo. Moreover, if you plan to rent a car for your trip from Shanghai to Beijing, booking it through us can provide discounts of up to 40% on the overall cost. This way, you can maximize your savings and enjoy a more budget-friendly travel experience.

By following these strategies, you can efficiently save money when booking flights from Shanghai to Beijing, ensuring a more economical and enjoyable journey.

2. Can the price of my tickets from Shanghai to Beijing change during the booking process?

Prices for tickets from Shanghai to Beijing may fluctuate while you are in the process of booking. While this isn't a common occurrence, it can happen because Opodo operates as an online travel agency, and ticket prices and availability are ultimately determined by the airlines. Therefore, if the airline adjusts prices or if the available tickets are depleted while you are making your reservation, you will receive confirmation within 48 hours after your ticket purchase.

3. Can I book last-minute flights from Shanghai to Beijing on Opodo?

When booking a flight, you may encounter situations where your desired travel date is unavailable or the flight price has increased beyond your budget. Rest assured, Opodo offers a solution. Explore our last-minute flight deals to find affordable options, especially if you have flexibility with your travel dates. Whether you need to depart on short notice or simply want to discover the cheapest day to fly between Shanghai and Beijing, our last-minute flights section has you covered.

4. How to make my reservation through the Opodo search engine?

Opodo provides you with all the useful information about the flights covering the route between Shanghai to Beijing airports. Preparing for your trip is very easy! All you have to do is enter into Opodo search engine your departure and destination airports, the dates of travel, and the number of passengers. A list of all available flights will appear on your screen in a matter of seconds! For your convenience, you can sort it according to your preferences, such as time, price, or duration of the trip.

Ready to start your journey from Shanghai to Beijing? Visit Opodo now to discover the best travel deals, set price alerts, and book your flight ticket at the best price. Your adventure begins here. Book with Opodo and make your travel dreams a reality!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Beijing

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Beijing?

The total flight time between Shanghai and Beijing is of around 02:23 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,079 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Beijing is 61£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Beijing expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Beijing costs an average of 1.44 GBP, 19% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 1.77 GBP, while train tickets costs 25% more in Beijing: 0.55 GBP against 0.44 GBP in Shanghai. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 3.32 GBP in both Beijing and Shanghai. The price of the coffee is around 3% more expensive in Beijing, with an average of 2.96 GBP , while in Shanghai the coffee costs 2.87 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Beijing?

The most popular months to book a trip from Shanghai to Beijing are February, January and March, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Shanghai to Beijing?

The best time of the year to go to Beijing when flying from Shanghai depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, April is the top 1º month to fly to Beijing from Shanghai in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and September. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, December, August and October are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Shanghai - Beijing.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Beijing?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How is the weather in Beijing compared to Shanghai?

While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12.0 mm ,Beijing's temperatures can go up to 37.12 ºC during the hot season, with 12.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -15.9 ºC in Beijing, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Beijing have an average of 1.4 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Shanghai and Beijing?

The main airport route flying between Shanghai and Beijing is: Pu Dong (PVG) to Capital Intl Apt (PEK). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Air China.
Hainan Airlines.
China Southern Airlines.
Alternatively, you can find Shanghai - Beijing flights between Hongqiao (SHA) to Beijing Daxing (PKX) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Juneyao Airlines.
China United Airlines.
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Which are the airlines with flights from Shanghai to Beijing?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Shanghai to Beijing are:

China Eastern Airlines.
Air China.
China United Airlines.

Flight Duration 2 h and 23 m Flights between Shanghai and Beijing take, on average, 2 h and 23 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight £61 Cheapest price for a flight between Shanghai and Beijing found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing Airport Hongqiao The airport Hongqiao is the departure airport operating flights between Shanghai and Beijing

Arriving Airport Capital Intl Apt Flights departing Shanghai with Beijing as destination arrive at Capital Intl Apt