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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 276
Typical prices: C$ 266-C$ 351
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/11Wed 7/11
SHA - HKG • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 131
Typical prices: C$ 144-C$ 219
Hong Kong Airlines
Sun 7/10
SHA - HKG • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Eastern, Cathay Pacific, and others. Average duration is 2h 45m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 216 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong (SHA-HKG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Shanghai to Hong Kong

Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 40mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 20mdirect
C$ 276Cathay Pacific
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 45mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 285Cathay Pacific
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 p.m. - 1:15 a.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 45mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:25 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 286Cathay Pacific
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 45mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:35 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 20mdirect
C$ 313Cathay Pacific
Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 40mdirect
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 331Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 40mdirect
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 343Hong Kong Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 40mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 20mdirect
C$ 358Cathay Pacific
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 40mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 15mdirect
C$ 361Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 45mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 364Cathay Pacific
Fri, 12 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
2h 45mdirect
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
2:30 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2h 20mdirect
C$ 365Hong Kong Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

Round-trip flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong start at C$ 276. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 266 to C$ 351. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 276 on Cathay Pacific.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong at C$ 250 round-trip.
  • July (C$ 411) and May (C$ 333) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Cathay Pacific

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on China Eastern

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 131
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
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Your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights?

    Among airlines operating Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights:

    • Cathay Pacific: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    4 airlines operate flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Hong Kong. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • China Eastern
    • Cathay Pacific
    • Hong Kong Airlines
    • Shanghai Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong usually depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA) and arrive at Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Eastern: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Cathay Pacific: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hong Kong Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 216 round-trip via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK), compared to C$ 297 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 139–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Cathay Pacific and China Eastern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong most commonly connect through:

    • Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) – 80% of one-stop connections
    • Fuzhou (FOC) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 268 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 342, a difference of C$ 74. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 9 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Hong Kong?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hong Kong are Shatin Baptist Church, Tsim Sha Tsui Station, and West Kowloon Cultural District. These are among the most viewed places in Hong Kong on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 10:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 1:15 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

  • How long does a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong take?

    A direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong takes 2h 45m, covering 1,981 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 276 to C$ 1,941. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 144, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does China Eastern's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights?

    China Eastern is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Cathay Pacific has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights are:

    • China Eastern: 97% on time
    • Cathay Pacific: 88% on time
    • Shanghai Airlines: 86% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 29m, compared with 9h 51m via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) and 21h 27m via Fuzhou (FOC).

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flight?

    Round-trip flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong range from C$ 266 to C$ 351, with an average of C$ 296 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 266 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 268 – about C$ 74 less than Wednesday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 250 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 161 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, China Eastern is the strongest pick on this route. 97% of China Eastern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 89%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours9 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Haikou Meilan Intl Airport (HAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 216 round-trip on this route – about C$ 80 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
    - Regal Airport Hotel
    - Regala Skycity Hotel by Regal Hotels
    - Four Points by Sheraton Hong Kong, Tung Chung

Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai to Hong Kong?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

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Direct returns

Hong Kong Intl to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific,China Eastern, +2 more

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