Direct (nonstop) flights from Lijiang to Shanghai

5 airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's 1,340 miles (2,156 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Air China, Juneyao Airlines and others.

LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi
2,156 km
CO₂/pax
226 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Spring Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air China Air China Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
LJG → PVG
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
LJG → PVG
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
LJG → PVG
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
LJG → PVG
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LJG → PVG
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,340 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lijiang to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 226 kg CO₂ per passenger

LJG KHN (Nanchang) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (970 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (386 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → KHN
2h 15m · 970 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → PVG
1h 20m · 386 mi
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LJG HGH (Hangzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 48m (1,251 mi) Leg 2: 50m (103 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → HGH
2h 48m · 1,251 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → PVG
50m · 103 mi
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LJG ZYI (Zunyi) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 33m (421 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (925 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → ZYI
1h 33m · 421 mi
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Leg 2
ZYI → PVG
2h 15m · 925 mi
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LJG KWE (Guiyang) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (405 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (963 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → KWE
1h 20m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → PVG
2h 30m · 963 mi
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LJG HFE (Hefei) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (291 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → HFE
2h 30m · 1,072 mi
View LJG to HFE flights →
Leg 2
HFE → PVG
1h 20m · 291 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lijiang to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Lijiang (LJG) to Shanghai (PVG) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,340 miles (2,156 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang to Shanghai?

5 airlines: Spring Airlines, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lijiang to Shanghai?

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

How far is Lijiang from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Lijiang to Shanghai is 1,340 miles (2,156 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 Lijiang to Shanghai?

At 3h 20m, 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 Lijiang to Shanghai?

Roughly 226 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,130 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Lijiang 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 Lijiang 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 Lijiang Sanyi Airport for this flight?

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