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Cheapest airlines flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen

You can pick from 16 carriers that fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen including China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, with Juneyao Airlines serving cheapest ticket on this route.
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Search for direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen in the next 3 months. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data, one-way direct flights start at INR 4,962, and round-trip direct flights start at INR 9,924.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        SHA 21:35
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:10
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Tue, Dec 9 | Juneyao Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 9,924 INR 15,631
        37% OFF
        37% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 9,924
      • PVG 20:40
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        SZX 23:25
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Sat, Dec 13 | Shenzhen Airlines
        SZX 18:35
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        PVG 21:00
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 9,988 INR 15,631
        36% OFF
        36% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 9,988
      • PVG 20:40
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        SZX 23:25
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Tue, Dec 9 | Shenzhen Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,179 INR 15,631
        35% OFF
        35% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,179
      • PVG 21:40
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:25
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Sat, Dec 13 | China Eastern Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,306
        34% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,306
      • SHA 22:25
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:55
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Tue, Dec 9 | China Southern Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,560
        32% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,560
      • PVG 19:45
        2h 50m
        Nonstop
        SZX 22:35
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Sat, Dec 13 | China Southern Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,560
        32% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,560
      • PVG 22:05
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:50
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Wed, Dec 10 | Shenzhen Airlines
        SZX 18:35
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        PVG 21:00
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,688
        32% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,688
      • PVG 22:05
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:50
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Wed, Jan 7 | Shenzhen Airlines
        SZX 08:35
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        SHA 11:00
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Thu, Jan 8 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,713
        31% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,713
      • SHA 21:35
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:10
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Tue, Dec 9 | Sichuan Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,942
        30% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,942
      • SHA 21:35
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        SZX 00:10
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Tue, Dec 9 | China Eastern Airlines
        SZX 16:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        PVG 19:35
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Mon, Dec 15 | Shenzhen Airlines
        INR 10,942
        30% OFF
        INR 15,631 INR 10,942
      • SHA 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SZX Invalid Date
        Shanghai - Shenzhen | Thu, Dec 11 | Normal Airline
        SZX 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        SHA 16:00
        Shenzhen - Shanghai | Sat, Dec 13 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Shanghai to Shenzhen are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Shanghai to Shenzhen Flight Details

The distance between Shanghai and Shenzhen is about 1,202.03 km. The average flying time from Shanghai to Shenzhen is around 2 hours 41 minutes. Based on Trip.com's latest data, travel demand is highest in July. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight priceINR 4,962
Cheapest return ticket priceINR 9,924
Cheapest monthOctober
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance1,202.03 km
Average flight time2 hours 41 minutes
Popular airlineChina Eastern Airlines

When is the cheapest time to book flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen?

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen: Dec 7 to Dec 14 — one-way prices start at INR 5,344.

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Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen (SHA-SZX)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Juneyao Airlines offers one-way fares as low as INR 4,962 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SHA to SZX on Tue, Dec 9), while Juneyao Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from INR 9,924 departing on Tue, Dec 9 and returning on Mon, Dec 15.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines China Southern Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Hainan Airlines Juneyao Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 41 minutes to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 474 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Shenzhen. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Southern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CZ3558 (18:05) Juneyao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- HO7374 (14:37) Spring Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 9C8775 (13:17)
  • To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Dec 9, with one-way flights priced at just INR 4,962.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Juneyao Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shenzhen travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen on December 10, 2025 with Shenzhen Airlines, with prices starting at INR 4,961.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shenzhen, with Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SHA-SZX) is by far the most common option on this route: Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
  • The time difference between Shenzhen and Shanghai is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Shenzhen (SZX)

Shenzhen is a modern metropolis in southeastern China. The coastal city is known for linking Hong Kong to mainland China and is located in Guangdong Province. The international metropolis is dubbed as ‘China Silicon’ for the vast number of high-tech companies present here. Shenzhen is also becoming an innovative hub with many start-ups emerging here. The modern city is also known for its beaches, theme parks, culture and art galleries. 

Tip: Shenzhen has a subtropical climate with mild sunshine and rain throughout the year. Best time to visit is from November to January. 

Flights to Shenzhen

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX) serves the city of Shenzhen. It was formerly known as Shenzhen Huangtian Airport. The airport is located 32 km north-west from the city centre on the east bank of the Pearl River. Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport is one of the largest airport hubs of the Pearl River Delta. 

One can take one of the many flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen. Direct flights to Shenzhen typically take 2 hours and 20 minutes and is by Spring Airlines. Flights by Juneyao Pacific airlines, China Eastern Airways, and China Southern airlines are other options of cheap flights from Shanghai.

Tip: Shenzhen has many options for commuting from the airport. One can take a taxi, cab, shuttle bus, metro, city buses or ferry.

Things to see in Shenzhen:

The museums and art galleries are must-visit for any trip to Shenzhen. Shenzhen Museum is known for its numerous displays of cultural handicrafts and fossils. To see the modern artwork of international and Chinese artist, visit the He Xiangning Art Museum. OCT-Loft has many hip boutiques and art galleries converted from old factories. Dafen Painting Town is must visit to see the artists live painting reproduction of classic paintings. 

Visit the Ping An International Finance Centre which is a 600 meter tall building known for its contemporary architecture. The city is known for its many theme parks. Also visiting Splendid China – Folk Culture Villages is a good to know about China, its culture and its long history. The Window of the World showcases countries and cultures from all over the world. People visiting with kids should go to Happy Valley, the largest one and looking over the picturesque coastline. Some of the popular beaches of the city are Dameisha Beach and Xiaomeisha Beach. 

Tip: Camp for the night at Xichong Beach and enjoy the beautiful sunrise. One can also do fishing, beach barbeque or a bonfire. 

Shopping in Shenzhen:

Shenzhen is known for its shopping, especially electronic product shopping. China’s Silicon Valley has a rich variety of electronic products of the latest style. Apart from electronic products, the city also is known for shopping of fashionable clothing and jewelry. There are many shopping malls which sell everything from high-quality brands to local brands and from high-end products to basic commodities. 

Huaqiangbeui Electronics Market is the best place for buying electronic products whereas Dongman is good for daily use products. Other popular shopping areas are Shen Nan Zhong, Renmin Nan and Nanshan. Shop at the Luohu Commercial City mall for custom clothing, faux designer bags and an array of wares. Shenzhen Dongman Baima Clothing market has numerous shops selling clothes from big brands to export clothing. 


Other shopping zones like Nanshan, Renmin Nan and Shen Nan Zhong respectively have their own characteristics. Apart from these, the Chung Ying Street located in Yantian District attracts lots of visitors since it is a tax-free street.

Tip: Shop at the Chung Ying Street, Yantian District for tax-free products. 

Explore the China's Silicon city with Trip.com. The Trip.com app is perfect for any travel-related information. One can access the app on mobile or visit the website to know about Shanghai to Shenzhen flights. Best would be to combine Shanghai-Shenzhen flight booking for great deals with discount hotel reservations. Plan a memorable trip with the help of 24-hour customer service and quality travel service of Trip.com.

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