Cheap flights from Changsha to Shanghai
Changsha Airport has one departure point and Shanghai has two arrival airports, so the route mixes nonstop and connecting itineraries. Cheap flights from Changsha to Shanghai are shown with dated prices and a monthly calendar, and a nonstop flight keeps the journey to one leg while a connection adds a transfer. Compare the airlines before you choose, because their fares include different things.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 China Southern AirlinesCZ | direct | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $102 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | direct | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $106 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 Juneyao AirlinesHO | direct | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $237 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Shanghai AirlinesFM | direct | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $237 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Hainan AirlinesHU | direct | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 23 Nov 2026 | from $239 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Xiamen AirlinesMF | direct | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $282 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Cathay PacificCX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $356 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 Asiana AirlinesOZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 13 Nov 2026 | from $442 | Search 13 Nov 2026 |
 Shandong AirlinesSC | with a stop | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $463 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Tianjin AirlinesGS | with a stop | — | 14 Nov 2026 | from $504 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: January — from $160.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $237 | 23 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $192 | 26 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $160 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $237 | 5 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $383 | 10 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $413 | 6 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $321 | 26 May 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $221 | 14 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Changsha | Changsha Airport CSX | 15 km |
| Shanghai | Pudong International PVG | 34 km |
| Shanghai | Hongqiao International SHA | 12 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Book ahead once your dates are fixed; on this route the cheapest month shown is November. Dated fares are also shown for October, December, January, February, March and July, so compare those months if your plans are flexible. December and July overlap with holiday and summer travel periods, and Chinese public holidays can affect availability, so leave room to adjust. Check the calendar for your exact dates, because prices move with holidays and school breaks rather than the month alone.
Airlines and what to expect
Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines and China Express Airlines are the Chinese carriers named, while Asiana Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the two foreign carriers and 9Air is also listed. Direct flights exist on the route, so a nonstop option is available alongside itineraries that connect. Fares differ in what they include, so check baggage, seat selection and change rules for each carrier before you pay. The facts name the carriers but not their fare rules, so let the booking details decide whether a cheaper base fare suits you.
Arriving — Shanghai
Your booking will name either Pudong International or Hongqiao International, and the two serve different sides of Shanghai. Arriving late in the day changes your onward plan: check whether your hotel transfer or public transport is still running after landing, and allow time for passport and baggage collection. Both airports connect to the city by rail and road, so decide your route before you land. Confirm the airport code on your ticket before you leave home.
Before you go: China
- Currency
- CNY (¥)
- Power sockets
- Type A, C, I · 220 V
- Language
- Putonghua
- Emergency number
- 110, 119, 120
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +86
- Internet domain
- .cn, .中国
- Population of Shanghai
- 24.9 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC+08 (Asia/Shanghai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check whether your itinerary is one ticket or separate tickets; a missed connection on separate tickets is your own cost.
- If you connect, leave enough time between flights at the transfer airport.
- Check baggage rules for each carrier before you pay, especially on the cheapest fare.
- Confirm whether you land at Pudong International or Hongqiao International.
- Check entry requirements for China before you travel.
- Compare November with your own dates; it is the cheapest month shown.
Frequently asked questions
Changsha – Shanghai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $160. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Changsha – Shanghai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Tianjin Airlines.
Changsha – Shanghai: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Changsha to Shanghai?
The distance is about 886 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 32 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Changsha – Shanghai?
Changsha: Changsha Airport (CSX). Shanghai: Pudong International (PVG), Hongqiao International (SHA).
What is the time difference between Changsha and Shanghai?
Shanghai is in the same time zone as Changsha.