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Xining to Shanghai
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Compare prices to get from Xining to Shanghai
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China Eastern Airlines11h 10m
Xining Caojiapu International AirportPudong Intl. Airport
$166One way
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Spring Airlines2h 45m
Xining Caojiapu International AirportShanghai Hongqiao Airport
$235One way
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- Prices shown from Xining 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 Xining to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Xining to Shanghai costs only $40 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 13m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
$115
Average duration
3h 13m
Departure Time
07:10 - 20:30
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
$40
Average duration
24h 47m
Departure Time
08:50 - 05:33
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 Xining to Shanghai?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Xining to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Xining to Shanghai is March, with an average price of $106; while the month with the highest flight price is usually October, with an average price of up to $236.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Xining to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Xining to Shanghai is Monday, with an average price of $40.
$40
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Find departure & arrival points near Xining and Shanghai
Popular airports near Xining
Xining Caojiapu International Airport (XNN)
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW)
Nearby
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Xining
Xining
Haidongxi(Haidong West)
Ping'anyi(Pinganyi)
Datongxi(Datong West)
Huangyuan
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
How to travel from Xining to Shanghai: FAQs
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How far is it from Xining to Shanghai?
It’s about 1,881 km (1,169 mi) from Xining to Shanghai. -
How do I get from Xining to Shanghai?
You can travel from Xining to Shanghai in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Xining to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Xining to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 13 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 24h 47m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Xining to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Xining to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of $40. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $115 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Xining and Shanghai?
For trips between Xining and Shanghai, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Xining Caojiapu International Airport and arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport; Trains depart from Xining and arrive at Shanghai. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Xining 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 Xining to Shanghai are typically cheapest March, with an average fare of $106. Flights from Xining to Shanghai are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $40 -
Are Xining and Shanghai in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Xining and Shanghai.