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Shanghai to Xining
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Spring Airlines3h 50m
Pudong Intl. AirportXining Caojiapu International Airport
$90One way
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Shanghai Airlines3h 15m
Pudong Intl. AirportXining Caojiapu International Airport
$101One way
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- Prices shown from Shanghai to Xining are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Shanghai to Xining
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Xining costs only $40 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 45m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price $119
Average duration3h 45m
Departure Time06:25 - 20:50
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Trains Cheapest
Average price $40
Average duration24h 35m
Departure Time06:19 - 19:30
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· 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 Shanghai to Xining?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Shanghai to Xining?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Xining is December, with an average price of $96; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to $216.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Xining?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Xining is Monday, with an average price of $40.
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Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH) Nearby
Popular airports near Xining
Xining Caojiapu International Airport (XNN)
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) Nearby
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Pudong
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Popular train stations near Xining
Xining
Haidongxi(Haidong West)
Ping'anyi(Pinganyi)
Datongxi(Datong West)
How to travel from Shanghai to Xining: FAQs
How far is it from Shanghai to Xining?
It’s about 1,881 km (1,169 mi) from Shanghai to Xining.How do I get from Shanghai to Xining?
You can travel from Shanghai to Xining in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Xining?
The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Xining is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 45 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 24h 35m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Shanghai to Xining?
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Xining is by Trains, with an average price of $40. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $119 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Shanghai and Xining?
For trips between Shanghai and Xining, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Pudong Intl. Airport and arrive at Xining Caojiapu International Airport; Trains depart from Shanghai and arrive at Xining.How far in advance should I book tickets from Shanghai to Xining 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 Shanghai to Xining are typically cheapest December, with an average fare of $96. Flights from Shanghai to Xining are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $40Are Shanghai and Xining in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Shanghai and Xining.