Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Dalian Airport (DLC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport is 2 hours.
Shanghai and Dalian are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 14 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, take the 07:55 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 15:45 with China Eastern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SHA to DLC flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
China Eastern offers direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dalian — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Eastern.
With a dependable 96.69% of services arriving as planned, China Eastern is the most punctual carrier for SHA to DLC flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SHA and DLC:
Qingdao Airport
Yantai Airport
Dongying Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Dalian Airport (DLC)
$406 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport flight. Return flights start at $470. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SHA to DLC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SHA to DLC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
SHA's address is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SHA reach their destination on time.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SHA:
Arriving at Dalian Airport (DLC)
Reserve a hotel near DLC if you're taking a late Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Dalian Airport (DLC) to central Dalian
DLC is located at 100 Yingke Road.
From Dalian Airport, Dalian is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dalian Airport (DLC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Dalian. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dalian is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Dalian Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHA to DLC in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of China
Beijing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Dalian. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Tianjin is another must-experience destination in China and is around 386 kilometres west of Dalian. No trip is complete without visiting Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.


