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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dalian to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.₹ 3,806 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,806, select.
Shanghai.₹ 3,806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,806, select.
Shanghai.₹ 3,931 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,931, select.
Shanghai.₹ 4,765 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,765, select.
Shanghai.₹ 5,958 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,958, select.
Shanghai.₹ 6,914 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 6,914, select.
Shanghai.₹ 17,665 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dalian on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 17,665, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dalian to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dalian to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Direct flights from Dalian to Shanghai

Alternative Dalian to Shanghai routes

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Dalian to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 3,806
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week323

Finding cheap flights from Dalian to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dalian to Shanghai is ₹ 7,613. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Dalian to Shanghai.
China Eastern, China Southern and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Dalian to Shanghai.
As of July 2025, there are 323 flights per week flying from Dalian to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Dalian to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Dalian Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 7,613.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dalian Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 27 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai is 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Dalian (the location of Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport) and Shanghai follow the same timezone — UTC+8.

  • With 134 weekly flights between the two airports, Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. China Southern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DLC to PVG is with China Southern Airlines at 22:50.

  • For a relaxed start to your DLC to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai ticket. Start your journey at DLC and land at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Direct flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai are offered by a range of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:

  • Central Dalian to DLC is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 30 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near DLC:

  • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 90.44% of flights that depart DLC arrive at their destination on time.

  • The address for DLC is 100 Yingke Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Shanghai

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai flight is ₹ 3,806. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 7,613. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from DLC to Shanghai, reserve your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DLC to Shanghai.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • After your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your DLC to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Why follow someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.

  • Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when demand is high.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Visit Shanghai during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from DLC to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • Puyang is another favourite destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without dropping by Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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