Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Zhangjiajie (DYG)

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the Hunan province, the northwestern part of China. This city is home to the world-famous Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Zhangjiajie is a national park too, which is filled with strange-shaped peaks and rocks, limestone caves, hidden valleys, and wandering waters. This is because of its position between the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau and Dongting Lake. The area has three significantly big parklands-Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianzi (Son of Heaven) Mountain Nature Reserve, and Suoxiyu Nature Reserve. Mainly all the famous scenic spots are centered in the northern part of the city and are easily accessible by public transport. 

Tip: To get to the airport, take the airport express. It will take you to the center of the city in less than 30 minutes. 

How to reach there

The Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) is the main point of entry to the region of Zhangjiajie and is well connected to the major cities in and outside China. There are several Shanghai to Zhangjiajie flights operating every day. Some of the airlines that connect these two cities are China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines. Direct Flights to Zhangjiajie are serviced by these airlines.  Flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie takes an estimated travel time of around 2 hr 30 minutes of travel time.

Tip: Plan your vacation at least a month in advance, as Zhangjiajie is a hotspot for tourists coming to China, so last-minute bookings may not be ideal.

What to See

A must-visit place in the Zhangjiajie region is the National Forest Park. This protected region consists of thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise up to 200m, and caves filled with stalagmites and stalactites. Two of the most famous scenic attractions are Yellow Stone Stronghold (Huangshi Zhai) and Golden Whip Stream. Golden Whip Stream is about 7.5 kilometers (about 4.7 miles) long and is known for its cliffs, green mountains, and pristine waters.

The Wulingyuan region also encompasses rivers, forests, waterfalls, and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered animal and plant species.

Another must-visit place includes Suoxi Valley Nature Reserve, which is adjacent to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. It has many picturesque areas like the stunning Bao Feng Gorges featuring the so-called 'Four Wonders' - Baofeng Waterfall, Baofeng Lake, Yingwo Stronghold, and A Gleam of Sky. Other must-see places in Zhangjiajie include Yellow Dragon Cave — a Huge and Mesmerizing Underworld, the world's longest and highest Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, Tianmen Mountain and Mount Batur. 

Tip: As there are unlimited destinations and places to visit in Zhangjiajie, having a well-planned schedule for the day will help increase your holiday experience.

Where to dine, shop and stay in Zhangjiajie

There is no shortage of great restaurants and cafes in Zhangjiajie. One can get various cuisine at an affordable price. One of the best places to dine and try out the local cuisine is Mr. Tang Tujia Restaurant in Wulingyuan District, He Tian Yuan Restaurant in Guanli Road, Zhangjiajie, and Mr. Hu Restaurant, and Le Kou Fu Restaurant in Yongding District.  Must-try delicacies in the region of Zhangjiajie include Hot and spicy chicken, Smoked pork with dried long green beans, Red-roasted fish fins, and Steamed ham.

If you are planning to do a lot of site seeing, then it is best to stay in downtown Zhangjiajie. Many luxuries, budget hotels, and guesthouses in Zhangjiajie are concentrated in two areas of Wulingyuan (a small town adjacent to the national park), and downtown Zhangjiajie. Many budget options are available in the downtown area and are easily accessible to the airport and train station.

Luxury hotel options include the 5-start hotel Crowne Plaza Zhangjiajie and 4-start Zhangjiajie Pullman Hotel.

Zhangjiajie also has one of the best places to go shopping. People's Square Commercial Pedestrian Street in Yongding District is famous for its street market. You can get branded items from Zhangjiajie Guanghe Shopping Center and Mini Shopping Center. The best things to take from your trip include delicious Shangzhi Salted Bean Curd Cake, herbs like Cili Bark of Eucommia, traditional Duzhong Tea, Zhangjiajie Batik and Fengshui Tortoise Figure Stone.

Tip: Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge is the second most famous thing to see here. This bridge connects two cliffs by using transparent glass as its bottom. It suspends 300 meters above the valley and is approx. 430 meters long and considered as the longest, highest glass bridge in the world.

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