Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Jinan from $69

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Jinan (SHA-TNA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Shandong Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $69 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SHA to TNA on Sat, Feb 28), while China Eastern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $124 departing on Sun, Mar 29 and returning on Mon, Apr 6.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Jinan?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Jinan with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Xiamen Airlines Air China Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Jinan (TNA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 6 hours 2 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Jinan (TNA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Jinan?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Jinan is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Jinan?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 49 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Jinan. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU5571 (07:22) Xiamen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MF3865 (07:22)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Jinan?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Jinan, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Feb 28, with one-way flights priced at just $69.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Shandong Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Jinan travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Jinan (TNA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Jinan is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Jinan on?

  After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Jinan on February 24, 2026 with China Eastern Airlines, with prices starting at $56.

• Which airports can I fly to for Jinan from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Jinan, with Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (SHA-TNA) is by far the most common option on this route: Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Jinan?

  The time difference between Jinan and Shanghai is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Jinan?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.