Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama, Shanghai — flights from Zhangye to Shanghai
ZhangyeShanghai, China

Flights from Zhangye to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Zhangye (YZY) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 3h 7m (2,099 km). Spring Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $56 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Shanghai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — arriving in Shanghai

Airport transfer

PVG → Shanghai, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Stunning view of the Zhangye Danxia Landforms with vibrant geological layers. — lounges at Zhangye AirportZhangye Airport · 1 lounge
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Airlines flying Zhangye to Shanghai

Carriers on YZY–PVG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Spring Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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 — Zhangye to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Zhangye to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Zhangye (YZY) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 3h 7m, covering 2,099 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 Zhangye from Shanghai by air?
The great-circle distance between Zhangye Ganzhou Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 2,099 km (1,304 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Zhangye to Shanghai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the YZY–PVG route include Spring Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Zhangye to Shanghai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on YZY–PVG was $56 USD with Spring Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Nov 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.
Do I need a visa to travel from Zhangye 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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