Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Changchun Airport (CGQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport.
Shanghai and Changchun share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 14 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport flights. To jet off early, pick the 08:30 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 16:15 with China Eastern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SHA to CGQ flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
China Eastern has direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Changchun — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
China Eastern is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
China Eastern ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SHA to CGQ flights, with 88.52% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SHA and CGQ include:
Qingdao Airport
Yantai Airport
Dongying Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Changchun Airport (CGQ)
$431 is currently the best price for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport flight. A return flight starts from $579. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SHA to CGQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
85% of flights leaving Shanghai Hongqiao Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SHA.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SHA? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Changchun Airport (CGQ)
Consider checking in to Qingguo Guesthouse (Changchun Longjia Airport Branch) after touching down from your Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport flight. It's a quick drive from CGQ and a great option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Getting from Changchun Airport (CGQ) to central Changchun
CGQ is located at 105 Provincial Rd.
From Changchun Airport, Changchun is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Changchun Airport (CGQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Changchun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changchun Airport for July if you'd like to visit Changchun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHA to CGQ in January. Temperatures average between -24ºC and -5ºC then.
Explore more of China
Changchun has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 274 kilometres south-west of Changchun, a visit to Shenyang will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Shenyang Imperial Palace, Guanju Palace and Underground Palace.
Jilin is another standout destination in China and is around 97 kilometres east of Changchun. No journey is complete without dropping by Lotus Temple, Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park and Longtan Mountain.


