Beijing to Shanghai flights
Direct and connecting flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Beijing to Shanghai take?
Flight time from Beijing (PEK) 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 Beijing to Shanghai?
Airline availability for PEK 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 Beijing to Shanghai?
Direct (nonstop) availability on PEK 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 recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- China Eastern Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- Hainan Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air China5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| China Eastern Airlines | 6 sightings | No recorded events |
| Hainan Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air China | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning PEK → SHA
PEK to SHA is a short-haul route of 1,076 km (669 mi). See the return SHA → PEK route.
Alternative airports near Beijing: Beijing (NAY) — 37 km, Beijing (PKX) — 65 km.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (PVG) — 45 km, Suzhou (SZV) — 89 km, Wuxi (WUX) — 92 km.