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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dalian to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong

Dalian to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dalian to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Dalian to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM376
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week246

Finding cheap flights from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong is RM376. 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.
2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, China Southern and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2025, there are 246 flights per week flying from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Dalian to Shanghai Pudong is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dalian Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 2 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
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 Pudong 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.
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.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.

  • Dalian and Shanghai are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • Choose from 196 weekly Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest available. Spring Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your DLC to PVG flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Fly nonstop to Shanghai with these popular carriers and get to know this exciting part of China:

  • Spring Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DLC to PVG flights. A dependable 98.01% of its departures on this route land on time.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DLC and PVG:

    • Qingdao Liuting International Airport

    • Tianjin Binhai International Airport

    • Jeju International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • RM187 is the lowest price for a one-way Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM376. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from DLC to PVG by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DLC to PVG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

  • You'll find DLC at 100 Yingke Road.

  • 90.44% of flights leaving Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from DLC.

  • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Dalian. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DLC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DLC to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top attractions. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Suzhou is another favourite destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

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