Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou

3 airlines fly nonstop from Hongqiao International (SHA) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 1,080 miles (1,738 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

SHA
Hongqiao International
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,080 mi
1,738 km
CO₂/pax
182 kg
−74 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Spring Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
SHA → LHW
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,080 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
SHA → LHW
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,080 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SHA → LHW
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,080 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 182 kg CO₂ per passenger

SHA KHN (Nanchang) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (362 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (888 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHA → KHN
1h 25m · 362 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → LHW
2h 35m · 888 mi
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SHA TYN (Taiyuan) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 20m (671 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (504 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHA → TYN
2h 20m · 671 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → LHW
1h 48m · 504 mi
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SHA CGO (Zhengzhou) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (492 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (592 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHA → CGO
2h 5m · 492 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → LHW
2h 3m · 592 mi
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SHA TNA (Jinan) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (456 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (754 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHA → TNA
1h 45m · 456 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → LHW
2h 25m · 754 mi
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SHA SJW (Shijiazhuang) LHW
Leg 1: 2h (617 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (621 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHA → SJW
2h · 617 mi
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Leg 2
SJW → LHW
2h 10m · 621 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,080 miles (1,738 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

3 airlines: Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou?

Yes. 3 airlines: Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Shanghai from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Lanzhou is 1,080 miles (1,738 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 15m, 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 182 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 910 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 Hongqiao International for this flight?

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