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Shanghai.$237 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.
Shanghai.$239 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.
Shanghai.$253 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $253, select.
Shanghai.$275 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Shanghai Airlines and China Southern.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $275, select.
Shanghai.$303 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Shanghai.$544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $544, select.
Shanghai.$571 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Shanghai Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shanghai Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $571, select.
Shanghai.$583 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $583, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing Daxing to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from $275
Aug
from $237
Sep
from $253
Oct
from $635
Nov
from $544
Dec
from $571
Jan
from $736
Feb
from $713
Mar
from $736
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Beijing to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$237
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week212

Finding cheap flights from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai is $237. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai.
China Southern, China Eastern and China United Airlines fly direct from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai.
As of July 2025, there are 212 flights per week flying from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Daxing to Shanghai is usually August.
If you're flying from Beijing Daxing Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $237.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Daxing Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Xiamen Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Beijing (the location of Daxing International Airport) and Shanghai share the same timezone — UTC+8.

  • The most popular route is from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can choose from 76 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PKX to PVG is the 07:25 Juneyao Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:00 with China Southern Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to catch your PKX to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at PKX and travel nonstop to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Daxing International Airport to Shanghai tickets.

  • A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai. Some of the most popular are:

  • PKX is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near PKX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • Daxing International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 88.83% of flights that depart PKX reach their destination without delay.

How to find the cheapest flights from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Daxing International Airport to Shanghai flight is $128. The cheapest price for a return flight is $237. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from PKX to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PKX to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your PKX to Shanghai flight:

  • Crank up the tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and get your trip rolling right away.

  • Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Travel to Shanghai in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Daxing International Airport to Shanghai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book a Daxing International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PKX to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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