Flying from Shenyang Airport (SHE) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Shenyang and Shanghai are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 14 Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 12:55 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 19:30 with Shanghai Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SHE to SHA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Shanghai (and then discovering more of China!) is a cinch with Shanghai Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Shanghai Airlines.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier that operates SHE to SHA flights. A reliable 89.34% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHE and SHA:
Beijing Capital Airport
Qingdao Airport
Weihai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenyang Airport (SHE) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Currently, $157 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $396. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SHE to SHA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHE to SHA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.
Handy information about Shenyang Airport (SHE)
SHE's address is 2 Baishan East Rd.
Shenyang Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SHE land at their destination as scheduled 87% of the time.
To get to Shenyang Airport from central Shenyang, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SHE? If you've booked an early flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
If you're arriving on a late Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near SHA:
Venture beyond Shanghai and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your ride from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at least a few weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Shenyang Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SHE to SHA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.