Direct (nonstop) flights from Wuhan to Shanghai

2 airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Hongqiao International (SHA). It's 423 miles (681 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
SHA
Hongqiao International
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
423 mi
681 km
CO₂/pax
78 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Shanghai Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
WUH → SHA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
423 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
WUH → SHA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
423 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Wuhan to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 78 kg CO₂ per passenger

WUH LYI (Linyi) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → LYI
1h 30m · 382 mi
View WUH to LYI flights →
Leg 2
LYI → SHA
1h 20m · 314 mi
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WUH FOC (Fuzhou) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (470 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (376 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+133% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → FOC
1h 40m · 470 mi
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Leg 2
FOC → SHA
1h 25m · 376 mi
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WUH TNA (Jinan) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (452 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (456 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+147% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → TNA
1h 35m · 452 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → SHA
1h 30m · 456 mi
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WUH JJN (Jinjiang) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (490 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (471 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+160% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → JJN
1h 35m · 490 mi
View WUH to JJN flights →
Leg 2
JJN → SHA
1h 35m · 471 mi
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WUH XMN (Xiamen) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 50m (492 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (498 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → XMN
1h 50m · 492 mi
View WUH to XMN flights →
Leg 2
XMN → SHA
1h 45m · 498 mi
View XMN to SHA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Wuhan to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Wuhan (WUH) to Shanghai (SHA) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 423 miles (681 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan to Shanghai?

2 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Wuhan to Shanghai?

Yes. 2 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Wuhan from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Wuhan to Shanghai is 423 miles (681 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Wuhan to Shanghai?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 78 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 390 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Wuhan 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 Wuhan 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 Wuhan Tianhe International Airport for this flight?

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