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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Nanchang Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $667. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Shanghai to Nanchang

Shanghai to Nanchang: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Nanchang: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$573
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week72

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Nanchang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Nanchang is $573. 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.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Nanchang.
China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Nanchang.
As of March 2026, there are 216 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Nanchang.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Nanchang is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Nanchang Airport on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 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 Nanchang 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 Nanchang is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nanchang is Shanghai Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN): What you need to know

  • Start your journey at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN) taking off from either of these.

  • 1 hour 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport flight.

  • Nanchang (where Nanchang Changbei International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.

  • With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN) is the most popular route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:50am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PVG to KHN is with China Eastern Airlines at 9:15pm.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to KHN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN) can be booked from this terminal.

  • China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport departing from PVG.

  • China Eastern is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from PVG to KHN.

  • China Eastern is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 88.24% of services landing on schedule.

  • The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • You can book a direct Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN) plane ticket with departures from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Work out whether departing from SHA makes the most sense for you.

  • From SHA, direct flights from Shanghai to KHN can be booked with China Eastern Airlines.

  • On the SHA to KHN route, China Eastern is the preferred choice of many.

  • Choose China Eastern if being on time is your priority. Its flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Nanchang Changbei International Airport touch down as scheduled 94.74% of the time.

  • SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Shanghai to KHN flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN)

Getting from Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN) to central Nanchang

  • From Nanchang Changbei International Airport, central Nanchang is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport is $333. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $573. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to KHN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Shanghai to KHN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN)

  • December is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN). Plan your visit to Nanchang in June for a more laid-back experience.

  • Before locking in your Shanghai to KHN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Nanchang, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 37ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Nanchang Changbei International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 14ºC.

More about Nanchang

Explore more of China

  • Nanchang has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres northwest of Nanchang, a visit to Wuhan will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in China, head for Changsha, about 306 kilometres west of Nanchang. Yuelu Mountain, Hunan Provincial Museum and Taiping Street are the start of reasons to visit.

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