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IDR 1,125,800|2h 15m
IDR 535,886|6h 11m
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IDR 1,147,600
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IDR 1,207,400
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Spring Airlines2h 15m
Baiyun Intl. AirportShanghai Hongqiao Airport
IDR 1,147,600One way
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Shanghai Airlines2h
Baiyun Intl. AirportPudong Intl. Airport
IDR 1,522,800One way
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- Prices shown from Guangzhou to Shanghai are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Guangzhou to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai costs only IDR 489,496 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 10m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
IDR 1,359,700
Average duration
2h 10m
Departure time
06:35 - 21:40
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
IDR 489,496
Average duration
9h 37m
Departure time
07:48 - 11:47
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai is November, with an average price of IDR 988,200; while the month with the highest flight price is usually February, with an average price of up to IDR 1,708,200.
IDR 1,708,200
IDR 1,348,200
IDR 988,200
IDR 628,200
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Guangzhou to Shanghai is Monday, with an average price of IDR 528,042.
IDR 536,125
IDR 532,084
IDR 528,042
IDR 524,001
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Find departure & arrival points near Guangzhou and Shanghai
Popular airports near Guangzhou
Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN)
Foshan Shadi Airport (FUO)
Nearby
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Guangzhou
Guangzhouxi(Guangzhou West)
Guangzhou
baiyun
Guangzhoudong(Guangzhou East)
Guangzhou Baiyun
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
How to travel from Guangzhou to Shanghai: FAQs
How far is it from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
It’s about 1,170 km (727 mi) from Guangzhou to Shanghai.How do I get from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
You can travel from Guangzhou to Shanghai in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 10 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 9h 37m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of IDR 489,496. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around IDR 1,359,700 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Guangzhou and Shanghai?
For trips between Guangzhou and Shanghai, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Baiyun Intl. Airport and arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport; Trains depart from Guangzhouxi(Guangzhou West) and arrive at Shanghai.How far in advance should I book tickets from Guangzhou to Shanghai to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are typically cheapest November, with an average fare of IDR 988,200. Flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of IDR 528,042Are Guangzhou and Shanghai in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Guangzhou and Shanghai.