Shenzhen to Shanghai (Minhang) (SZX–SHA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Shenzhen to Shanghai (Minhang)
9 carriers, 494 flights/week nonstop.
9 Airlines
494 Flights/wk
751 mi
1h 44m nonstop
41 1-stop hubs
SZX–SHA 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 1h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop SZX–SHA service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 105 | 320, 321, 32Q, 333, 359, 7M8 | 2h05-2h20 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 84 | 320, 330, 789 | 2h05-2h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 84 | 321, 32N, 32Q, 333, 350 | 2h05-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 70 | 320, 321, 332, 333, 738 | 1h59-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 42 | 320, 789 | 2h05-2h15 | – | – | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 42 | 320, 330, 738 | 2h05-2h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 39 | 321 | 2h05-2h25 | – | – | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 14 | 333, 738 | 1h44-2h15 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 14 | 738, 7M8 | 2h05-2h20 | – | – | – |
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, SZX to SHA direction.
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71
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494
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SZX to SHA.
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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 Shanghai (Minhang) from Shenzhen
Nearby airports with service to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
| Metric | SZX→SHA | HKG→SHA | MFM→SHA |
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| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 494 | 56 | 39 |
| Flight time | 1h 44m | 2h | 2h |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Shanghai (Minhang) flights · Nossa Senhora do Carmo (MFM) to Shanghai (Minhang) flights · Zhuhai (Jinwan) (ZUH) to Shanghai (Minhang) flights
Airports within 200 miles of SZX with service to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Shanghai (Minhang) is 0 hours
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SZX: CST · SHA: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Minhang).
SZX: CST · SHA: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Minhang).
Distance & Flight Time
751 mi / 1,209 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 44m to 2h 35m.
Getting to SZX
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.
Getting from SHA
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.
Shanghai (Minhang) Climate
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.
Facts
SZX–SHA Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Shenzhen to Shanghai (Minhang) route.
Route details
Distance751 mi / 1,209 km
Flight time1h 44m to 2h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)9
Weekly flights494 out / 515 return
1-stop connections41 hubs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SZX to SHA flights.
Nonstop flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport take approximately 1h 44m to 2h 35m. 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 494 nonstop flights per week from SZX to SHA. The return direction has about 515 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SWA, DOY, DAT, JHG, XNN, DLU, NBS, TFU, LHW, NNG, DLC, HET, AAT, KWE, CGO, LZO, TNA, SYX, HAK, KMG, SJW, WUH, CKG, YNT, TAO, XIY, ANC, PKX, PEK, CTU, HND, TSN, TYN, SHE, URC, CGQ, INC, HRB, KHN, CGD and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from SHA to SZX 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.
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport has scheduled service to both Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) and Shanghai Pudong (PVG). Most domestic routes use Hongqiao, which connects to Hongqiao Railway Station. Flights to Pudong (PVG) are also available and may suit travelers heading to eastern or northern Shanghai.
First departures from Shenzhen to Shanghai typically begin around 6–7am, allowing arrival in Shanghai before 9am. Given the 2.5-hour flight, arrival times are predictable and multiple airlines offer competitive options throughout the day.
A cross-boundary coach service runs from Shenzhen Bao'an Airport directly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in 40–50 minutes. This allows travelers arriving at SZX to continue to HKG without entering central Shenzhen or crossing at a land border. The service is popular for travelers routing through SZX to connect at HKG for longer international flights.
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.