Direct (nonstop) flights from Lanzhou to Shanghai

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's 1,107 miles (1,782 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines and others.

LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi
1,782 km
CO₂/pax
187 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Spring Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air China Air China Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
LHW → PVG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
LHW → PVG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
LHW → PVG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
LHW → PVG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LHW → PVG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,107 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lanzhou to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 187 kg CO₂ per passenger

LHW NKG (Nanjing) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (932 mi) Leg 2: 1h (178 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → NKG
2h 30m · 932 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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LHW LNL (Longan) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 5m (224 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (952 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → LNL
1h 5m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
LNL → PVG
2h 30m · 952 mi
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LHW YIH (Yichang) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (611 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (615 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → YIH
1h 50m · 611 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → PVG
1h 45m · 615 mi
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LHW IQN (Qingyang) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 5m (228 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (879 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → IQN
1h 5m · 228 mi
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Leg 2
IQN → PVG
2h 35m · 879 mi
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LHW CGO (Zhengzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (592 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (518 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → CGO
1h 50m · 592 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → PVG
1h 50m · 518 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Lanzhou (LHW) to Shanghai (PVG) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,107 miles (1,782 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou to Shanghai?

5 airlines: Spring Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai?

Yes. 5 airlines: Spring Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Lanzhou from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Lanzhou to Shanghai is 1,107 miles (1,782 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Lanzhou to Shanghai?

At 2h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai?

Roughly 187 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 935 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.