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Find cheap airlines flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou

Choose from 5 carriers that fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou, including China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Spring Airlines.
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Lanzhou

Non stop flight deals! Book direct flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou: One way flights from $80, round trip flights from $166. Cheapest next 3 months.

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Flight Info | Shanghai to Lanzhou

The distance between Shanghai and Lanzhou is about 1,743.8 km. It takes around 3 hours 59 minutes on average to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou. The most popular month to Lanzhou is June. The off-season for travel is March.

Cheapest one-way flight price $80
Cheapest round-trip ticket price $166
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 1,743.8 km
Average flight time 3 hours 59 minutes
Popular airline China Eastern Airlines

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

The cheapest time for Shanghai to Lanzhou flights: Aug 31 to Sep 7 — one way flight prices from $79.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

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

    It takes around 3 hours 59 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW): China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Xiamen Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

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