Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Xining?

Yes, direct flights are available. Minimum direct price — from $117.

Cheap flights Shanghai — Xining from $117

Q: How long is the flight from Shanghai to Xining?

Approximate flight time — 2h 45m.

Q: How much do flights from Shanghai to Xining cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $117 on 24.11.2026.

Q: Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Xining?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern.

Q: From which airports does Shanghai operate flights?

From Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport).

Q: To which airports in Xining do flights arrive?

To Xining: XNN (Xining Airport).

Q: Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Tuesday.

Q: When is the best time to buy tickets Shanghai — Xining?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How many travellers?

Adults

12+ years

Children

2–11 years

Infants

under 2

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Cheapest: $117 on 24.11.2026

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Cheapest flights found

24 Nov 2026, Tue

Shanghai Airlines FM 194

03:55

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

07:35

XNN Xining Airport

3h 40m Direct

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21 Nov 2026, Sat

China Eastern MU 2309

11:05

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

14:40

XNN Xining Airport

3h 35m Direct

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10 Dec 2026, Thu

Shanghai Airlines FM 194

03:40

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

07:35

XNN Xining Airport

3h 55m Direct

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Route characteristics

Distance

1 909 km

Flight time

2h 45m

Time difference

+0h

Minimum price

from $117 (24.11.2026)

Average price

$122

Maximum price

$125

Cheapest day

Tuesday

Departure airports (1)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Arrival airports (1)

XNN Xining Airport

Airlines (2)

FM Shanghai Airlines MU China Eastern

Agencies (1)

Kiwi.com

Prices by day of week

Price trend by month

Airlines — cheapest prices 2

Shanghai Airlines

2 flights · 2 days

$117

China Eastern

1 flights · 1 days

$125

Where to buy tickets 1

Kiwi.com

3 tickets · 3 days

from $117

Airports

From — Shanghai (1)

PVG Shanghai Pudong International Airport

To — Xining (1)

XNN Xining Airport

Other destinations from Shanghai

Frequently asked questions about the route Shanghai — Xining

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Xining?

Approximate flight time — 2h 45m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.

What is the distance from Shanghai to Xining?

The straight-line distance — 1 909 km.

How much do flights from Shanghai to Xining cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $117 on 24.11.2026.

What is the average ticket price?

The average price — $122. Range: $117 — $125.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Xining?

The difference — +0h.

From which airports does Shanghai operate flights?

From Shanghai: PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport).

To which airports in Xining do flights arrive?

To Xining: XNN (Xining Airport).

Which airlines fly this route?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $117. Total direct flights found: 3.

Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Tuesday.

When is the best time to buy tickets?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How do I book flights?

Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.

About the route Shanghai — Xining

Flights Shanghai — Xining is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 1 909 km. Flight time 2h 45m. Time difference +0h.

From Shanghai (SHA) flights depart from 1 airport: PVG. To Xining (XNN) — 1 arrival airport: XNN.

2 airlines operate on this route: Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $117 (24.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $122, ranging from $117 to $125. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Tuesday.

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