What to know about flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

The distance between Shanghai and Hong Kong is approximately 1,206.26 km. The average flight time between Shanghai and Hong Kong is 2 hours 51 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
NZD 113
Spring Airlines Spring Airlines SHA-HKG 3h 5m · Direct Sat, Oct 10
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Cheapest return
NZD 272
Spring Airlines Spring Airlines SHA-HKG 3h 5m · Direct Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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Best time to book
March
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,206.26 km
Flight distance
2h 51m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from NZD 113 and round-trip from NZD 272. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Expert picks: Flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong

Compare our recommended flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong, tailored to your travel preferences.

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Spring Airlines uses Shanghai as a major hub for domestic travel. It offers extensive connections to secondary cities across China.
Spring Airlines
SHA 09:15
3h 5m Direct
HKG 12:20
Tue, Oct 13 Shanghai - Hong Kong Spring Airlines
NZD 83
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Budget-friendly Hong Kong carrier. Reliable for short trips, easy booking, and decent value.
Hong Kong Airlines
SHA 19:15
2h 40m Direct
HKG 21:55
Wed, Oct 7 Shanghai - Hong Kong Hong Kong Airlines
NZD 124
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The best value airline out of Shanghai. You get full-service perks like free bags and meals for a budget-friendly price.
Juneyao Airlines
SHA 16:45
2h 55m Direct
HKG 19:40
Wed, Oct 7 Shanghai - Hong Kong Juneyao Airlines
NZD 125
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A premium Hong Kong airline known for smooth long-haul flights, strong Asia connections, and high onboard service quality.
Cathay Pacific
SHA 14:30
2h 55m Direct
HKG 17:25
Wed, Sep 9 Shanghai - Hong Kong Cathay Pacific
NZD 138
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Extensive China network with convenient connections across Asia and competitive fares for UK travellers.
China Eastern Airlines
SHA 21:00
2h 45m Direct
HKG 23:45
Wed, Sep 9 Shanghai - Hong Kong China Eastern Airlines
NZD 147
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Super convenient for business trips to Shanghai. Fast check-in, smooth operations, and great connections to major Chinese cities.
Shanghai Airlines
SHA 21:00
2h 45m Direct
HKG 23:45
Wed, Sep 9 Shanghai - Hong Kong Shanghai Airlines
NZD 158

Which airlines are the most popular for Shanghai to Hong Kong flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Hong Kong are China Eastern Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Hong Kong Airlines, among 7 carriers on this route. Spring Airlines offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Hong Kong Airlines logo Hong Kong Airlines
Shanghai Airlines logo Shanghai Airlines
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Shanghai to Hong Kong according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Shanghai to Hong Kong Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

Average price of one-way tickets from Shanghai to Hong Kong booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong, fares are lowest in March (NZD 99) and highest in August (NZD 226).

NZD 226
NZD 163
NZD 99
NZD 36
    Cheapest
  • NZD 226
    Aug
  • NZD 107
    Sep
  • NZD 105
    Oct
  • NZD 102
    Nov
  • NZD 105
    Dec
  • NZD 101
    Jan
  • NZD 141
    Feb
  • NZD 99
    Mar
  • NZD 114
    Apr
  • NZD 121
    May
  • NZD 129
    Jun
  • NZD 147
    Jul

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

Average price of return tickets from Shanghai to Hong Kong booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong, fares are lowest in November (NZD 302) and highest in February (NZD 428).

NZD 428
NZD 365
NZD 302
NZD 239
    Cheapest
  • NZD 397
    Aug
  • NZD 339
    Sep
  • NZD 354
    Oct
  • NZD 302
    Nov
  • NZD 327
    Dec
  • NZD 339
    Jan
  • NZD 428
    Feb
  • NZD 324
    Mar
  • NZD 362
    Apr
  • NZD 334
    May
  • NZD 331
    Jun
  • NZD 329
    Jul

Which day of the week is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

Data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average weekly airfare from Shanghai to Hong Kong on different days of the week according to Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong is Tuesday. The average fare on this day is usually lower than on other days. Try to avoid flying on Friday as fares are usually the highest.

NZD 359
NZD 294
NZD 228
NZD 163
  • NZD 232
    Mon
  • NZD 228
    Tue
  • NZD 248
    Wed
  • NZD 274
    Thu
  • NZD 359
    Fri
  • NZD 273
    Sat
  • NZD 291
    Sun

During the Labor Day, which day is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Shanghai to Hong Kong during Labor Day in the Trip.com database over the past three days.

Labor Day is scheduled for Sep 7. The lowest flight fares from Shanghai to Hong Kong are available on Sep 8, starting from NZD 152.

NZD 180
NZD 166
NZD 152
NZD 138
    Cheapest
  • NZD 180
    3
    Sep
  • NZD 164
    4
  • NZD 159
    5
  • NZD 159
    6
  • NZD 161
    7
  • NZD 152
    8
  • NZD 162
    9

Flight FAQs

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong (SHA-HKG)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as NZD 113 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to HKG on Sat, Oct 10), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 272 departing on Tue, Oct 20 and returning on Sat, Oct 24.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Airlines Shanghai Airlines Juneyao Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 2 hours 51 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Hong Kong (HKG).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 180 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Hong Kong. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU8629 (15:10) China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU501 (09:15) Shanghai Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- FM809 (15:10)
  • To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Oct 10, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 113.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Hong Kong travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong on September 14, 2026 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at NZD 96.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Hong Kong: Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport (PVG-HKG) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Hong Kong and Shanghai is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Shanghai to Hong Kong is NZD 256. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Shanghai to Hong Kong is NZD 526. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Shanghai and Hong Kong, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Spring Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Shanghai to Hong Kong. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com airline insights on flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong

Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

Data is based on the past 12 months and reflects the average fare of all direct flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong is Spring Airlines, with an average fare of NZD 195.

NZD 150
NZD 195
NZD 241
NZD 286
NZD 331
Spring Airlines
NZD 195
Spring Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
NZD 226
Juneyao Airlines
Cathay Pacific
NZD 294
Cathay Pacific
Hong Kong Airlines
NZD 303
Hong Kong Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
NZD 307
China Eastern Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
NZD 331
Shanghai Airlines

Which airlines operate the most flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

The data is based on the past month and shows the number of flights each airline has from Shanghai to Hong Kong on Trip.com.

According to Trip.com data from the past month, the airline with the most flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong is China Eastern Airlines, operating 85 flights per week.

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21
53
85
China Eastern Airlines
85
China Eastern Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
77
Shanghai Airlines
Cathay Pacific
67
Cathay Pacific
Hong Kong Airlines
37
Hong Kong Airlines
Hainan Airlines
30
Hainan Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
21
Juneyao Airlines

How many flights fly from Shanghai to Hong Kong each day?

The data is based on the past month and shows the number of flights per day of the week from Shanghai to Hong Kong on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong are most frequent on Friday, while the fewest flights operate on Monday.

220
189
157
126
Highest
157
Mon
172
Tue
177
Wed
176
Thu
220
Fri
217
Sat
160
Sun