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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $287. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Shanghai.$287 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 23, returning Sun, May 31.Round-trip flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departing from Nanning on Sat, May 23, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, May 31, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.

Shanghai.$292 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 27, returning Sun, May 3.Round-trip flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departing from Nanning on Mon, Apr 27, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, May 3, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.

Shanghai.$293 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 22, returning Fri, Apr 24.Round-trip flight with Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departing from Nanning on Wed, Apr 22, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, Apr 24, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

Shanghai.$370 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 26, returning Tue, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Nanning on Tue, May 26, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $370, select.

Shanghai.$395 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 18, returning Fri, Sep 4.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Nanning on Sat, Jul 18, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, Sep 4, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $395, select.

Shanghai.$424 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 14, returning Fri, Jun 19.Round-trip flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departing from Nanning on Sun, Jun 14, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, Jun 19, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.

Shanghai.$432 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 3, returning Mon, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Nanning on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Jul 6, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Shanghai.$453 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Sun, Sep 20.Round-trip flight with Air China and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departing from Nanning on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, Sep 20, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.

Shanghai.$520 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1, returning Sat, Jul 4.Round-trip flight with China Southern and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Nanning on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Jul 4, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Shanghai.$609 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 3, returning Mon, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Nanning on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Jul 6, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Shanghai.$609 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 24, returning Mon, Dec 28.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Nanning on Thu, Dec 24, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Dec 28, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Shanghai.$842 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Sun, Sep 20.Round-trip flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departing from Nanning on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, Sep 20, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $842, select.

Shanghai.$1,408 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 13, returning Sun, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Nanning on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, Aug 16, arriving in Nanning.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,408, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nanning to Shanghai

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Nanning to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$144
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	168

Finding cheap flights from Nanning to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are round-trip flights from Nanning to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nanning to Shanghai is $287. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Nanning to Shanghai?

2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Nanning to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Nanning to Shanghai?

China Eastern, China Southern and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Nanning to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Nanning to Shanghai?

There are 168 flights per week flying from Nanning to Shanghai, as of April 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nanning to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Nanning to Shanghai is usually May.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Nanning Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the center of Shanghai. We've found flights to this airport from $287.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nanning Airport to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nanning Airport to Shanghai on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Nanning Airport to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Nanning Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai: what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Nanning (the location of Nanning Airport) and Shanghai follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route, with 31 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from NNG to PVG is with Juneyao Airlines at 22:05. Go for the first departure with Shanghai Airlines at 07:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your NNG to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Direct Nanning Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Nanning Airport to Shanghai. Book your journey with one of these:
Central Nanning to NNG is around 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a hotel near NNG? If you're boarding an early flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
84.42% of flights leaving Nanning Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from NNG.
You'll find NNG at Airport Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai

The best price we've found for a one-way Nanning Airport to Shanghai flight is $144. The cheapest price for a return flight is $287. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from NNG to Shanghai. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Nanning Airport to Shanghai is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and land an epic deal.
Finding a cheap flight from NNG to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nanning Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your flight from NNG to Shanghai. Rates typically rise closer to your departure date.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometers from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your NNG to Shanghai flight:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
In general, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from SHA the moment you know your dates.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

Travel to Shanghai during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nanning Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Nanning Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NNG to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

After booking your flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are a couple of big attractions to put on your Shanghai travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometers south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key reasons to visit.