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Xining to Shanghai
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Spring Airlines3h 15m
Xining Caojiapu International AirportShanghai Pudong International Airport
US$99One way
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Juneyao Airlines2h 55m
Xining Caojiapu International AirportShanghai Hongqiao International Airport
US$229One way
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- Prices shown from Xining to Shanghai are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Xining to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Xining to Shanghai costs only US$40 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 13m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$115
Average duration
3h 13m
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Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$40
Average duration
24h 47m
Departure Time
08:50 - 05:33
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Xining to Shanghai?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Xining to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Xining to Shanghai is March, with an average price of US$106; while the month with the highest flight price is usually October, with an average price of up to US$236.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Xining to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Xining to Shanghai is Monday, with an average price of US$40.
US$40
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Xining to Shanghai travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Xining and Shanghai
Popular airports near Xining
Xining Caojiapu International Airport (XNN)
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW)
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Popular airports near Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Xining
Xining
Haidongxi(Haidong West)
Ping'anyi(Pinganyi)
Datongxi(Datong West)
Huangyuan
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
How to travel from Xining to Shanghai: FAQs
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How far is it from Xining to Shanghai?
It’s about 1,881 km (1,169 mi) from Xining to Shanghai. -
How do I get from Xining to Shanghai?
You can travel from Xining to Shanghai in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Xining to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Xining to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 13 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 24h 47m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Xining to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Xining to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of US$40. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$115 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Xining and Shanghai?
For trips between Xining and Shanghai, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Xining Caojiapu International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport; Trains depart from Xining and arrive at Shanghai. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Xining to Shanghai to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Xining to Shanghai are typically cheapest March, with an average fare of US$106. Flights from Xining to Shanghai are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of US$40 -
Are Xining and Shanghai in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Xining and Shanghai.