Direct (nonstop) flights from Taiyuan to Shanghai

4 airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) to Hongqiao International (SHA). It's 671 miles (1,080 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
SHA
Hongqiao International
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
671 mi
1,080 km
CO₂/pax
124 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Spring Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines 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
TYN → SHA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
671 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
TYN → SHA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
671 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
TYN → SHA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
671 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TYN → SHA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
671 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Taiyuan to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 124 kg CO₂ per passenger

TYN LYI (Linyi) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → LYI
1h 35m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
LYI → SHA
1h 20m · 314 mi
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TYN TSN (Tianjin) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 8m (273 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (591 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → TSN
1h 8m · 273 mi
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Leg 2
TSN → SHA
2h 5m · 591 mi
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TYN WUH (Wuhan) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (489 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → WUH
1h 45m · 489 mi
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Leg 2
WUH → SHA
1h 30m · 423 mi
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TYN XFN (Xiangyang) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (386 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (536 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → XFN
1h 30m · 386 mi
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Leg 2
XFN → SHA
1h 50m · 536 mi
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TYN KHN (Nanchang) SHA
Leg 1: 2h (641 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (362 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → KHN
2h · 641 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → SHA
1h 23m · 362 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to Shanghai (SHA) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 671 miles (1,080 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

4 airlines: Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

Yes. 4 airlines: Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Taiyuan from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Taiyuan to Shanghai is 671 miles (1,080 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

At 2h 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 Taiyuan to Shanghai?

Roughly 124 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 620 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan Wusu International Airport for this flight?

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