On this page, you can find and book flights from Guilin to Shanghai. The 1,280 km route is served regularly, with an average of about 45 flights per week. Before your flight, we recommend checking out how to get to the airport in Guilin.
Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as Juneyao Airlines, Air China, and China Eastern. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deal. Upon arrival, check how to get from the airport to central Shanghai.
The table shows direct flights Guilin → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Air China. Departures from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Guilin — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $87 in y, and the most expensive are around $237 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Guilin → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $114 | high | May | $101 | high | Sep | $95 | medium |
| Feb | $120 | high | Jun | $95 | medium | Oct | $114 | high |
| Mar | $82 | low | Jul | $108 | high | Nov | $82 | low |
| Apr | $82 | low | Aug | $108 | high | Dec | $89 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Shanghai reaches its peak temperature in July and August, when the air warms up to 32°C. January is the coldest month, and June is the wettest, seeing the highest rainfall (over 250 mm).
The most budget-friendly flight options are available in July, starting $82. Ticket prices peak in March, when the minimum fare for the route starts $237.
The best time to visit is October or November: during this period, the weather is comfortably mild and there is significantly less rainfall. While flights are cheaper in June, keep in mind the high probability of prolonged heavy rain.
There are 4 airlines operating regular flights on the route from Guilin to Shanghai, with the main carriers being Juneyao Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and China Eastern. Most flights on this route are direct, allowing you to cover the distance as quickly as possible. Detailed information on schedules for specific days of the week and aircraft types can be found in the list below.
Flights Guilin — Shanghai depart from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, considering the 1,280 km distance between the cities.
Regular flights are operated by Juneyao Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and China Eastern.
Yes, there are about 45 direct flights per week on this route, providing a convenient choice of departure times.
Airfares change constantly depending on the season and flight occupancy. Check the low-price calendar on this page for the latest minimum offers.
Flights from Guilin (KWL) arrive at Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai.
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