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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Lijiang (LJG) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Lijiang based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lijiang (LJG)?

    It takes about 4 hours 30 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lijiang (LJG).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Lijiang (LJG)?

  • How many airports are there in Lijiang (LJG)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Lijiang (LJG): Lijiang Sanyi Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Lijiang

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Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Shanghai to Lijiang airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Thu, May 8 at AED 287 for one-way flights.
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Flight Info | Shanghai to Lijiang

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 286
Cheapest return ticket price AED 679
Off-season for travel February
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 2,110.97 km
Average flight time 4 hours 30 minutes
Popular airline Sichuan Airlines

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