$219 Cheap Flights from Dalian (DLC) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Popular airlines from Dalian (DLC-Dalian Intl.) to Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)

Cheap Flights from Dalian to Shanghai (DLC-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $219 for one-way flights and $438 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Shanghai Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$438 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Shanghai Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $438 found 1 day ago
Juneyao Air
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 15
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$438 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Sun, Mar 15, priced at $438 found 15 hours ago
Juneyao Air
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$438 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $438 found 1 day ago
China Southern Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 15
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$439 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Sun, Mar 15, priced at $439 found 15 hours ago
Juneyao Air
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$444 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$444
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $444 found 4 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$480 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$480
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $480 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 15
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$481 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$481
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Sun, Mar 15, priced at $481 found 15 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Nov 28
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$486 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$486
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $486 found 3 days ago
Juneyao Air
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$490 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$490
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $490 found 1 day ago
China Southern Airlines
Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Dec 21
DLC
Dalian
PVG
Shanghai
$491 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Dalian to Shanghai, returning Sun, Dec 21, priced at $491 found 16 hours ago

Alternative airports near Shanghai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $438
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $438

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $219 or cheap return flight from $438 from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The cheapest month to fly from DLC to PVG is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Fly nonstop from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with 7 carriers, including:

  • China Southern Airlines
  • China Eastern Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • Shanghai Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Cheap flight tickets from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) can usually be found through low-cost carriers like China Southern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines. Remember that prices can change based on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily filter your results to find a DLC to PVG flight that's within your budget.
How many flights per day from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
With an average of 19 nonstop flights that operate from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) daily, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights between DLC and PVG are busiest at 9 PM. If you'd like a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from DLC to PVG?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the earliest flight from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Take the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC+8, heading out of Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC). You'll be in the air for approximately 2h 10m, reaching Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) at approximately 9:10AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The average flight time from DLC to PVG is 2 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of 540 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DLC to PVG?
With 82% of flights generally arriving as scheduled, Air China has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). To keep track of your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
To reach Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) on schedule, choose a flight that leaves Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC)?
Take a direct flight from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Shanghai and land at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Another arrival point to this city is Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from DLC to PVG are generally more expensive. For the best prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a DLC to PVG flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DLC to PVG flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Dalian Intl. Airport (DLC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
If you booked your DLC to PVG flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

Travel information

Origin airport
Dalian Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Shanghai Airlines
Roundtrip price
$438
Distance
539 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 59 mins

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Dalian to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dalian to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dalian to Shanghai are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dalian to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dalian to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dalian to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dalian to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dalian to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $219 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dalian to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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