China Eastern Airlines
Every day
starting at $51
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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Nanjing to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Nanjing to Shanghai:
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China Eastern Airlines
Every day
starting at $51
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Nanjing to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai
Nanjing — Shanghai
01/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $65
Nanjing — Shanghai
01/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $67
Nanjing — Shanghai
02/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $65
Nanjing — Shanghai
03/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $83
Nanjing — Shanghai
03/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $66
Nanjing — Shanghai
03/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU2881
starting at $85
starting at $65
On the Nanjing — Shanghai route, flights are operated only by China Eastern Airlines. This simplifies the choice for passengers, as all tickets come from a single trusted carrier. Our service lets you instantly check fares for upcoming dates and find the most advantageous option. The minimum ticket price starts at $65, making this trip affordable for a wide range of travelers. To save even more, we recommend booking early and keeping an eye on promotions — China Eastern Airlines regularly offers special deals.
The cheapest one-way flight from Nanjing to Shanghai departs on 01/29/2026, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $65
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Nanjing to Shanghai
Fastest flight from Nanjing to Shanghai takes 1 hour
There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Mo, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Nanjing and Shanghai is 253km (157 miles). The average flight duration is 55m. There are 13 direct flights from Nanjing to Shanghai. Nanjing and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Nanjing begin at 7:25 AM. The latest flight from Nanjing departs at 9:30 AM
The cheapest flight ticket from Nanjing to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $65
Often the best time to buy tickets from Nanjing to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Nanjing to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: January, February, March.
The fastest flights from Nanjing to Shanghai start from 1 hour in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Nanjing — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines
The cost of a one-way flight from Nanjing to Shanghai ranges from $65 (January 2026) to $66 (March 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $66–$132.