Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou

5 airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 1,107 miles (1,782 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines and others.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi
1,782 km
CO₂/pax
187 kg
−44 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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
PVG → LHW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
PVG → LHW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
PVG → LHW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
PVG → LHW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → LHW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,107 mi

Alternative Routes

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

PVG HFE (Hefei) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (291 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (824 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HFE
1h 15m · 291 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → LHW
2h 28m · 824 mi
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PVG NKG (Nanjing) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (178 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (932 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → NKG
1h 5m · 178 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → LHW
2h 50m · 932 mi
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PVG HGH (Hangzhou) LHW
Leg 1: 50m (103 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,062 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HGH
50m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → LHW
3h 10m · 1,062 mi
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PVG IQN (Qingyang) LHW
Leg 1: 3h 5m (879 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → IQN
3h 5m · 879 mi
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Leg 2
IQN → LHW
1h · 228 mi
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PVG CGO (Zhengzhou) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (518 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (592 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → CGO
2h 5m · 518 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → LHW
2h 3m · 592 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,107 miles (1,782 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

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

How far is Shanghai from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Lanzhou 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 Shanghai to Lanzhou?

At 3h 25m, 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 Shanghai to Lanzhou?

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

Is the return flight from Lanzhou to Shanghai 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 Shanghai to Lanzhou?

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 Shanghai Pudong International Airport for this flight?

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