Trip.com
>
Flights
>
Flights to China
>
Flights to Qinghai
>
Flights to Xining
>
Flights from Shanghai to Xining

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Xining

We've found these cheap flights for you. You can book one-way or round-trip flight tickets.

  • Round-trip
  • One way

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xining?

We monitor flight fares to help you find the best deals effortlessly

Cheapest flights
From price
Search
  • 20 27

  • May

    27 4
  • 4 11
  • 11 18
  • 18 25

  • Jun

    25 1
  • 1 8
  • 8 15
  • 15 22
  • 22 29

  • Jul

    29 6
  • 6 13
Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Xining (XNN) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Xining 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 Xining (XNN)?

    It takes about 3 hours 51 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Xining (XNN).

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

  • How many airports are there in Xining (XNN)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Xining (XNN): Xining Caojiapu International Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Xining

Wait until the last minute and flight costs are often sky-high. Plan ahead, book the right way, and your savings can soar. We have loads of saving tips to help you find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Xining. Book your flights at the right time and save more.
1
Being flexible with your dates to get the cheapest Shanghai to Xining ticket.
Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Shanghai to Xining airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Tue, May 6 at AED 288 for one-way flights.
2
Compare cheap Shanghai to Xining flight deals from over hundreds of airlines.
Our extensive search allows you to compare prices from over 500 airlines to choose the cheapest flight tickets from Shanghai to Xining. The cheapest airline operating is Shanghai Airlines.
3
Set up a Price Alert
By setting up a Price Alert for your Shanghai to Xining route, you can easily track the price of your airline tickets from without manually checking every day.
4
Don't miss cheap Shanghai to Xining flight deals and promo codes.
You can always get the latest deals through Trip.com Deals and Promo Codes for cheap flights. If registering a free membership, you can receive more deals for your flights.
5
Book early or wait unitl the last minute.
It's always better to book early. Flight tickets tend to be the cheapest when they are first released, normally about a year before the departure date. So, check online as soon as the flights you want become available. If you miss the cheapest time, you can still find lower-priced tickets as the flight date approaches.
6
Search for flights on the go.
To get the best flight booking experience on the go, download Trip.com and search for cheap flight tickets from Shanghai to Xining to get exclusive deals for you.

Flight Info | Shanghai to Xining

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 299
Cheapest return ticket price AED 615
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 1,880.77 km
Average flight time 3 hours 51 minutes
Popular airline Spring Airlines

More Travel Options

  • Top Routes from Shanghai
  • Top Routes to Xining
  • Trending Airlines