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Cheap Flights from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai

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Flight deals from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 783 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 783, select.
Shanghai.R 790 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 790, select.
Shanghai.R 1,052 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,052, select.
Shanghai.R 1,059 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,059, select.
Shanghai.R 1,062 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,062, select.
Shanghai.R 1,310 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,310, select.
Shanghai.R 1,339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,339, select.
Shanghai.R 1,437 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Xi An Xianyang on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,437, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in February.
Aug
from R 1,437
Sep
from R 1,310
Oct
from R 1,059
Nov
from R 1,052
Dec
from R 790
Jan
from R 1,062
Feb
from R 783
Mar
from R 1,339
Apr
from R 4,051
May
from R 4,074
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Direct flights from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai

Alternative Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai routes

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

Xi An to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 783
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week308

Finding cheap flights from Xi An Xianyang 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 Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai is R 1,570. 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 21 minutes is the average flight time from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai.
China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai.
As of August 2025, there are 308 flights per week flying from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Xi An Xianyang to Shanghai is usually February.
If you're flying from Xi An Xianyang Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,570.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Xi An Xianyang Airport to Shanghai on Friday, 13 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 21 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 27°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 Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Xi An (the location of Xianyang International Airport).

  • The busiest route is from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Choose from 103 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from XIY to SHA is the 06:30 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:30 with Spring Airlines.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your XIY to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Direct flights from Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai are available from a good selection of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:

  • XIY is around 26 kilometres from central Xi An. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a hotel close to XIY? If you're boarding an early flight from Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • Xianyang International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from XIY arrive at their destination as scheduled 85.64% of the time.

  • XIY is located at Airport Ave.

How to find the cheapest flights from Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai flight is R 783. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,570. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from XIY to Shanghai.

  • September is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from XIY to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

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

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your XIY to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and set off on your adventure right away.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of time. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.

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

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Shanghai in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from XIY to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Xi An to Shanghai

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