Shenzhen to Shanghai (Minhang) (SZX–SHA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SZX–SHA is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 751 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 112 | 320, 321, 332, 333, 359, 789 | 2h05-2h40 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 77 | 321, 32Q, 333 | 2h12-3h04 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA, SC | 60 | 320, 321, 330, 789 | 1h48-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | CA, SC |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 46 | 320, 321 | 1h55-3h53 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U, CA | 42 | 320, 789 | 1h51-2h20 | – | – | 3U, CA |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 28 | 738, 7M8 | 2h06-2h35 | – | – | 3U |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 14 | 738 | 1h53-2h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Minhang) from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→SHA | HKG→SHA | MFM→SHA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 597 | 65 | 65 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 18m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · SHA: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Minhang).
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
Metro Line 2 to People's Square costs ¥6 and takes 30 minutes; runs until midnight. The same line continues east to Pudong Airport (PVG), making cross-airport connections possible without a surface taxi. Line 10 serves additional city destinations.Taxis from SHA to downtown cost ¥40–70 (30–45 min metered). DiDi: ¥35–60. The integrated Hongqiao Railway Station (same terminal complex) connects directly to high-speed rail; this is SHA's major advantage over PVG for domestic connections and onward rail travel. Rental car desks are in the terminal.
Humid subtropical climate with hot, rainy summers and cold, damp winters. Typhoon season (July–September) is the primary disruption risk. Shanghai is regularly affected by typhoon remnants and occasionally by direct landfalls, causing ground stops of several hours. July and August are the hottest months at 32–38°C with high humidity.
Winter (December–February) brings temperatures of 2–10°C with persistent overcast, drizzle, and occasional freezing rain. Dense fog is a regular winter occurrence at SHA and can delay departures for hours. Spring (March–May) sees plum rain (meiyu season) with persistent light rain for weeks at a time. Autumn (October–November) is the most operationally stable period.
SZX–SHA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Shenzhen to Shanghai Hongqiao
SZX–SHA operates at close to the same frequency as the reverse direction, reflecting the symmetrical volume of business travel between China's technology hub and financial capital. Eight carriers compete on the route, led by China Southern and China Eastern. The consistent demand from the tech and manufacturing sectors makes this one of China's most commercially stable domestic corridors.
Cross-Border Connectivity
Shenzhen Airport's unique position adjacent to Hong Kong adds an international dimension to the SZX hub. Travelers using SZX as an international entry point can reach Shanghai without transiting Hong Kong's airport, simplifying some inbound itineraries. The airport's ferry terminal also provides connections to Pearl River Delta ports and to Hong Kong by sea.