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Chengdu to Shanghai
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Compare prices to get from Chengdu to Shanghai
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Juneyao Airlines2h 40m
Chengdu Tianfu International AirportPudong Intl. Airport
$82One way
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Xiamen Airlines2h 15m
Chengdu Tianfu International AirportShanghai Hongqiao Airport
$174One way
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- Prices shown from Chengdu 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 Chengdu to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai costs only $42 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 5m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
$98
Average duration
3h 5m
Departure time
06:00 - 21:55
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
$42
Average duration
18h 2m
Departure time
06:10 - 07:50
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 Chengdu to Shanghai?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Chengdu to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Chengdu to Shanghai is December, with an average price of $81; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to $131.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Chengdu to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Chengdu to Shanghai is Tuesday, with an average price of $42.
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Find departure & arrival points near Chengdu and Shanghai
Popular airports near Chengdu
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Mianyang Nanjiao Airport (MIG)
Nearby
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Chengdu
Chengdunan(Chengdu South)
Chengdudong(Chengdu East)
Shuangliu Airport
chengdulongquanyi
Shuangliu District
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
How to travel from Chengdu to Shanghai: FAQs
How far is it from Chengdu to Shanghai?
It’s about 1,662 km (1,033 mi) from Chengdu to Shanghai.How do I get from Chengdu to Shanghai?
You can travel from Chengdu to Shanghai in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 5 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 18h 2m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Chengdu to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of $42. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $98 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Chengdu and Shanghai?
For trips between Chengdu and Shanghai, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport; Trains depart from Chengdunan(Chengdu South) and arrive at Shanghai.How far in advance should I book tickets from Chengdu 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 Chengdu to Shanghai are typically cheapest December, with an average fare of $81. Flights from Chengdu to Shanghai are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of $42Are Chengdu and Shanghai in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Chengdu and Shanghai.