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Flight deals from Shanghai to Guilin Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guilin Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 472. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Guilin.AED 465 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 7, returning Thu, May 14.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, May 7, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, May 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 465, select.
Guilin.AED 468 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 23, returning Tue, May 12.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Apr 23, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Tue, May 12, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 468, select.
Guilin.AED 472 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 14, returning Tue, Apr 28.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Apr 14, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 472, select.
Guilin.AED 498 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 16, returning Thu, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, May 16, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 498, select.
Guilin.AED 504 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 29, returning Sat, Sep 5.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Aug 29, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Sat, Sep 5, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 504, select.
Guilin.AED 504 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1, returning Sat, Sep 5.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Sat, Sep 5, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 504, select.
Guilin.AED 505 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 10, returning Thu, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 505, select.
Guilin.AED 510 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 31, returning Thu, Apr 2.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Apr 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 510, select.
Guilin.AED 532 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 4, returning Sat, Jun 6.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Sat, Jun 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 532, select.
Guilin.AED 545 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 28, returning Tue, Mar 31.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Mar 28, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 545, select.
Guilin.AED 916 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25, returning Thu, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 916, select.
Guilin.AED 991 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 16, returning Thu, Jul 2.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Jun 16, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Jul 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 991, select.
Guilin.AED 1,219 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 16, returning Sat, Jul 18.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Jul 16, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Sat, Jul 18, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,219, select.
Guilin.AED 1,221 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 18, returning Thu, Aug 6.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Jul 18, arriving in Guilin.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Guilin on Thu, Aug 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,221, select.
Guilin.AED 2,750 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Sat, Nov 14.Round-trip flight with Cathay Pacific and Shanghai Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Guilin.Inbound indirect flight with Shanghai Airlines, departing from Guilin on Sat, Nov 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,750, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Guilin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Guilin flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from AED 545
Apr
from AED 472
May
from AED 465
Jun
from AED 532
Jul
from AED 1,219
Aug
from AED 916
Sep
from AED 504
Oct
from AED 505
Nov
from AED 2,750
Dec
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Feb
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Shanghai to Guilin: Alternative routes

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26km from central Guilin
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Shanghai to Guilin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 465
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week291

Check out these Guilin hotels

Ready to plan your stay? Other travelers rate these Guilin hotels for cleanliness, service, and location.
YOUNG Hotel
2.44 km from city center
‎AED 213
Per night
Li River Promise Hotel （Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill & Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area）
0.27 km from city center
‎AED 196
Per night
Li River Ciao Hotel( Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill)
1.76 km from city center
‎AED 102
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YOUNG Hotel
2.44 km from city center
‎AED 213
Per night
Li River Promise Hotel （Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill & Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area）
0.27 km from city center
‎AED 196
Per night
Li River Ciao Hotel( Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill)
1.76 km from city center
‎AED 102
Per night
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Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Guilin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Guilin is AED 465. 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 37 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Guilin.
China Eastern, Xiamen Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Guilin.
There are 291 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Guilin, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Guilin is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Guilin Airport on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 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 Guilin 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 Guilin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Guilin is Spring Airlines.

Flying from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL): What you need to know

  • Your travel story starts at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) departing from either of these.

  • 2 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport flight.

  • Guilin (where Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with China Eastern Airlines at 10:10pm. Go for the first PVG to KWL departure with China Eastern Airlines at 6:30am if you'd rather get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Shanghai to KWL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) can be booked from this terminal.

  • Direct flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport are available from numerous airlines at PVG. Book your seat with any of these:

  • China Eastern is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PVG to KWL.

  • Among carriers on this route, Juneyao Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • Traveling from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • 82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of PVG.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Think about setting out from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). You can book a direct Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) plane ticket from this hub.

  • You can board a direct flight from Shanghai to KWL with Juneyao Airlines. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of SHA.

  • Juneyao Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the SHA to KWL route.

  • Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with Juneyao Airlines. 98.53% of its flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Guilin Liangjiang International Airport arrive on schedule.

  • SHA is around 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to KWL flight:

  • The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)

Getting from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to central Guilin

  • Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is around 27 kilometers from the center of Guilin. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)

  • AED 196 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 465. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Shanghai to KWL by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to KWL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). February is the busiest month to visit Guilin. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Guilin is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to KWL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about Guilin

  • After booking your flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guilin:

  • Your visit to Guilin won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Interlinked Peaks, Lijiang River Scenic Area and Duxiu Peak.

Explore more of China

  • Guilin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 322 kilometers northeast of Guilin, a visit to Hengyang will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like West Lake Park, Kaifu Temple and Hengyang Huiyanfeng Scenic Area.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of China, head for Wuzhou, roughly 225 kilometers southeast of Guilin. Longquan Waterfall, Xizhu Temple and Dragon Mother Temple are among the biggest draws.

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