$56 Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

Shenzhen is a modern metropolis in southeastern China. The coastal city is known for linking Hong Kong to mainland China and is located in Guangdong Province. The international metropolis is dubbed as ‘China Silicon’ for the vast number of high-tech companies present here. Shenzhen is also becoming an innovative hub with many start-ups emerging here. The modern city is also known for its beaches, theme parks, culture and art galleries. 

Tip: Shenzhen has a subtropical climate with mild sunshine and rain throughout the year. Best time to visit is from November to January. 

Flights to Shenzhen

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX) serves the city of Shenzhen. It was formerly known as Shenzhen Huangtian Airport. The airport is located 32 km north-west from the city centre on the east bank of the Pearl River. Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport is one of the largest airport hubs of the Pearl River Delta. 

One can take one of the many flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen. Direct flights to Shenzhen typically take 2 hours and 20 minutes and is by Spring Airlines. Flights by Juneyao Pacific airlines, China Eastern Airways, and China Southern airlines are other options of cheap flights from Shanghai.

Tip: Shenzhen has many options for commuting from the airport. One can take a taxi, cab, shuttle bus, metro, city buses or ferry.

Things to see in Shenzhen:

The museums and art galleries are must-visit for any trip to Shenzhen. Shenzhen Museum is known for its numerous displays of cultural handicrafts and fossils. To see the modern artwork of international and Chinese artist, visit the He Xiangning Art Museum. OCT-Loft has many hip boutiques and art galleries converted from old factories. Dafen Painting Town is must visit to see the artists live painting reproduction of classic paintings. 

Visit the Ping An International Finance Centre which is a 600 meter tall building known for its contemporary architecture. The city is known for its many theme parks. Also visiting Splendid China – Folk Culture Villages is a good to know about China, its culture and its long history. The Window of the World showcases countries and cultures from all over the world. People visiting with kids should go to Happy Valley, the largest one and looking over the picturesque coastline. Some of the popular beaches of the city are Dameisha Beach and Xiaomeisha Beach. 

Tip: Camp for the night at Xichong Beach and enjoy the beautiful sunrise. One can also do fishing, beach barbeque or a bonfire. 

Shopping in Shenzhen:

Shenzhen is known for its shopping, especially electronic product shopping. China’s Silicon Valley has a rich variety of electronic products of the latest style. Apart from electronic products, the city also is known for shopping of fashionable clothing and jewelry. There are many shopping malls which sell everything from high-quality brands to local brands and from high-end products to basic commodities. 

Huaqiangbeui Electronics Market is the best place for buying electronic products whereas Dongman is good for daily use products. Other popular shopping areas are Shen Nan Zhong, Renmin Nan and Nanshan. Shop at the Luohu Commercial City mall for custom clothing, faux designer bags and an array of wares. Shenzhen Dongman Baima Clothing market has numerous shops selling clothes from big brands to export clothing. 

Other shopping zones like Nanshan, Renmin Nan and Shen Nan Zhong respectively have their own characteristics. Apart from these, the Chung Ying Street located in Yantian District attracts lots of visitors since it is a tax-free street.

Tip: Shop at the Chung Ying Street, Yantian District for tax-free products. 

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