Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou from $82

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou (SHA-LHW)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Juneyao Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $82 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to LHW on Wed, Jun 10), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $176 departing on Wed, Jun 10 and returning on Fri, Jun 12.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Spring Airlines Juneyao Airlines Air China Shanghai Airlines 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 Lanzhou (LHW) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 42 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW).

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

  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 Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 48 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Lanzhou. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU720 (20:08) Spring Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 9C6487 (21:46)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou, 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 Wed, Jun 10, with one-way flights priced at just $82.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Juneyao 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 Lanzhou travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW) the cheapest?

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou on June 10, 2026 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at $82.

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

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Lanzhou, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (PVG-LHW) is by far the most common option on this route: Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Lanzhou?

  The time difference between Lanzhou and Shanghai is 0h.

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

  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.