Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama, Shanghai — flights from Chengdu to Shanghai
Chengdu, ChinaShanghai, China

Flights from Chengdu to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Chengdu (CTU) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 2h 38m (1,704 km). Lowest fare seen: $89 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Shanghai

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Airlines flying Chengdu to Shanghai

We have not confirmed which airlines fly CTU–PVG nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Chengdu to Shanghai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $70 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$11329 Oct 2026 · China Eastern—
Nov 2026$1123 Nov 2026 · China Eastern—
Dec 2026$9318 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$7330 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$701 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$14518 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$3094 Apr 2027 · China Eastern$295 · 2 stops22 Apr 2027
May 2027$35810 May 2027$303 · 1 stop10 May 2027 · Sichuan Airlines
Jun 2027$32219 Jun 2027$265 · 2 stops19 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $70 in February 2027, against $112 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Chengdu to Shanghai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Shanghai

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Chengdu to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Chengdu to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 2h 38m, covering 1,704 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Chengdu from Shanghai by air?
The great-circle distance between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 1,704 km (1,059 miles), a medium-haul route.
How much does a flight from Chengdu to Shanghai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CTU–PVG was $89 USD sold by Air China (nonstop), departing 21 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Shanghai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $70 one-way, against $303 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Shanghai?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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