Cheap Flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong

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

Direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong

Beijing to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Beijing to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 516
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week288

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong is AED 516. 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 19 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Air China and Delta fly direct from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong.
There are 288 flights per week flying from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 19 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 Pudong 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong is China Eastern.

Traveling from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) taking off from either of these.

  • 2 hours 23 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. There are 36 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with China United Airlines at 20:50. Go for the first PEK to PVG departure with China Eastern at 07:00 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Beijing to PVG won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Prefer to leave from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can reserve a direct flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) from this popular hub.

  • You can take your pick of airlines that have direct flights from Beijing to PVG departing from PKX. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:

  • Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from central Beijing in around 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away.

  • Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to PVG, take things easy in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:

About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai takes about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, AED 275 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from AED 516. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.

  • Book 8 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Beijing to PVG.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

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  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

The best time to fly from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Shanghai. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Beijing to PVG sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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