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Flight deals from Hangzhou to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $683. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hangzhou to Shanghai

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

Direct flights from Hangzhou to Shanghai

Alternative Hangzhou to Shanghai routes

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

Hangzhou to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$664
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 4 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou to Shanghai is $664. 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.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Hangzhou to Shanghai.
China Eastern and Air France fly direct from Hangzhou to Shanghai.
As of April 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Hangzhou to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Hangzhou to Shanghai is usually May.
If you're flying from Hangzhou Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $664.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 14°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, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai: what you need to know

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

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your HGH to Shanghai flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Central Hangzhou to HGH is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Looking for a hotel near HGH? If you've booked an early flight from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 80.81% of flights departing from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from HGH.

  • You'll find HGH at 14th Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to Shanghai

  • $384 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts from $664. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To find cheap flights from HGH to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HGH to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Save on your flight from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • After your flight from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your HGH to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off without missing a beat.

  • Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before booking your flights from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Book a Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HGH to Shanghai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are among the biggest draws.

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