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Juneyao Airlines2h 5m
Dalian Zhoushuizi International AirportShanghai Pudong International Airport
US$68One way
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Shanghai Airlines1h 55m
Dalian Zhoushuizi International AirportShanghai Pudong International Airport
US$110One way
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- Prices shown from Dalian to Shanghai are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Dalian to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Dalian to Shanghai costs only US$38 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 7m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$83
Average duration
2h 7m
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Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$38
Average duration
17h 55m
Departure time
08:49 - 13:00
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Dalian to Shanghai?
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Dalian to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Dalian to Shanghai is December, with an average price of US$85; while the month with the highest flight price is usually February, with an average price of up to US$141.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Dalian to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Dalian to Shanghai is Monday, with an average price of US$38.
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Popular airports near Dalian
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT)
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Popular airports near Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
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Popular train stations near Dalian
Dalian
Shahekou District
Shahekou
Zhoushuizi Subdistrict
Zhoushuizi
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
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How to travel from Dalian to Shanghai: FAQs
How far is it from Dalian to Shanghai?
The distance from Dalian to Shanghai is about 875 km (544 mi).How can I get from Dalian to Shanghai?
There are 2 ways to get from Dalian to Shanghai, including Flights, Trains.What is the fastest way to get from Dalian to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Dalian to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 7 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 17h 55m.What is the cheapest way to get from Dalian to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Dalian to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of US$38. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$83 on avergae.Where do you usually depart from and arrive at when traveling from Dalian to Shanghai?
When traveling from Dalian to Shanghai, travelers usually depart from and arrive at the following locations: Flights typically departs from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport and arrives at Shanghai Pudong International Airport , Trains typically departs from Dalian and arrives at Shanghai .When is the cheapest time to book tickets from Dalian to Shanghai?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on data from Trip.com: DaliantoShanghaiFlights is usually the cheapest at December, with an average price of US$85 DaliantoShanghaiTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of US$38 .Is there a time difference between Dalian and Shanghai?
The time difference between Dalian and Shanghai is 0m.