Shanghai (Minhang) to Shenzhen (SHA–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Shanghai (Minhang) to Shenzhen
9 carriers, 515 flights/week nonstop.
9 Airlines
515 Flights/wk
751 mi
2h 10m nonstop
39 1-stop hubs
SHA–SZX is served by 9 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines, Air China and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 751 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop SHA–SZX service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 112 | 321, 32Q, 333, 738, 789, 7M8 | 2h25-2h55 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 84 | 320, 321, 330, 738, 789 | 2h25-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 84 | 321, 32N, 32Q, 333, 359 | 2h10-2h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 77 | 320, 321, 332, 333, 738, 77W | 2h13-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 42 | 320, 32Q, 789 | 2h25-2h30 | – | – | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 42 | 320, 330, 738 | 2h26-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 39 | 320, 321 | 2h20-3h11 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 21 | 7M8 | 2h40-2h45 | – | – | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 14 | 333, 738 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SHA to SZX direction.
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74
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515
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SHA to SZX.
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Shanghai (Minhang)
Nearby airports with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
| Metric | SHA→SZX | PVG→SZX | WUX→SZX |
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| Distance from SHA | – | 28 mi | 57 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 9 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 515 | 235 | 70 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 9m | 2h 15m |
Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to Shenzhen flights · Wuxi (WUX) to Shenzhen flights · Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG) to Shenzhen flights
Airports within 200 miles of SHA with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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SHA: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Minhang), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
SHA: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Minhang), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
751 mi / 1,209 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 10m to 3h 11m.
Getting to SHA
Metro Lines 2 and 10 both serve Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2. Line 2 connects to People's Square (city center) in about 30 minutes (¥6) and continues to Pudong Airport; the most direct transit link in Shanghai. Line 10 serves the western and southern city.Taxis from the city center cost ¥40–70 (30–45 min). DiDi runs ¥35–60. The Hongqiao Railway Station is integrated into the same complex; high-speed rail connections to Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Beijing are direct from the same building, making SHA the best-connected inter-modal hub in China.
Getting from SZX
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Shenzhen Climate
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
Facts
SHA–SZX Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Shanghai (Minhang) to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance751 mi / 1,209 km
Flight time2h 10m to 3h 11m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)9
Weekly flights515 out / 494 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SHA to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 2h 10m to 3h 11m. The route covers 751 miles.
9 airlines operate nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air, Xiamen Air, China Eastern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines.
There are approximately 515 nonstop flights per week from SHA to SZX. The return direction has about 494 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from SZX to SHA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is optimized for domestic routes, while Pudong (PVG) handles international and some domestic operations. The SHA location in western Shanghai is closer to the city center and Hongqiao Railway Station, making it the preferred domestic departure point. Business travelers often combine SHA flights with high-speed rail via the Hongqiao transportation hub.
High-speed rail from Hongqiao Station to Shenzhen North takes 8–9 hours and costs ¥450–600 for second class. The flight takes about 2.5 hours. Rail is competitive on price but not on time. Some travelers use the overnight train for the bed-like seating on first-class options.
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport is about 30 km from downtown Shenzhen. Subway Line 11 (Airport Express) reaches Futian Station in the CBD in 35–40 minutes (¥20–27). Taxis cost ¥80–120 to central Shenzhen depending on traffic. The Pearl River Delta location means some travelers continue to Hong Kong by shuttle bus from the airport (about 40–50 min to HKG or downtown HK).
Shanghai Hongqiao to Shenzhen
SHA–SZX links China's largest commercial city to the Pearl River Delta's technology and manufacturing hub, two of China's most economically significant metros. Eight carriers operate roughly 410 weekly departures, dominated by China Southern, China Eastern, and Shenzhen Airlines, with block times around 2 hours 30 minutes. The route is heavily business-oriented given Shenzhen's role as China's tech industry center.
Pearl River Delta Connectivity
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport connects to Hong Kong via cross-boundary coach, and Shenzhen's metro network integrates the airport into the broader Pearl River Delta transit web. Many travelers using SHA–SZX are continuing to Dongguan, Guangzhou, or Hong Kong by surface transport after landing, effectively using Shenzhen as a regional entry point for the entire delta region.