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Guangzhou to Shanghai
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Compare prices to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai
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9 Air2h 35m
Baiyun Intl. AirportPudong Intl. Airport
$95One way
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China Eastern Airlines2h 5m
Baiyun Intl. AirportShanghai Hongqiao Airport
$111One 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 $29 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 20m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price $84
Average duration2h 20m
Departure Time06:35 - 21:40
Direct options
Trains Cheapest
Average price $29
Average duration9h 36m
Departure Time07:50 - 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 $54; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to $105.
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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 Wednesday, with an average price of $29.
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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
longdong
cencun
shenshan
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Jiading
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How to travel from Guangzhou to Shanghai: FAQs
How far is it from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
It’s about 1170 km (727 miles) 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 20 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 9h 36m.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 $29. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $84 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 $54. Flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai are typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of $29Are Guangzhou and Shanghai in the same time zone?
There is a 0h time difference between Guangzhou and Shanghai.