Guangzhou to Shanghai flights
Direct and connecting flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai take?
Flight time from Guangzhou (CAN) to Shanghai (SHA) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
Airline availability for CAN to SHA changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CAN to SHA varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- China Eastern Airlines94
- Air China94
- China Southern Airlines88
- Juneyao AirlinesNo data
- Spring AirlinesNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| China Southern Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| China Eastern Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air China | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Juneyao Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Spring Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CAN → SHA
CAN to SHA is a short-haul route of 1,175 km (730 mi). See the return SHA → CAN route.
Alternative airports near Guangzhou: Foshan (FUO) — 42 km, Shenzhen (SZX) — 99 km.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (PVG) — 45 km, Suzhou (SZV) — 89 km, Wuxi (WUX) — 92 km.