Chengdu to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Chengdu (CTU) to Shanghai (SHA) connect CN and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,693 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CTU, TFU and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Chengdu. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Chengdu, CN
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 1,693 km
- Typical duration
- about 3 hours
- Origin codes
- CTU, TFU
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Chengdu to Shanghai
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Route overview
Chengdu to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between CN and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CTU and SHA. Related codes: CTU, TFU → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,693 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Chengdu airports and metro codes: CTU, TFU.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Chengdu, other destinations from Chengdu, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chengdu to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Chengdu to Shanghai typically take about 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Chengdu to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Chengdu and Shanghai is approximately 1,693 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Chengdu to Shanghai?
Chengdu is commonly searched with code CTU (related: CTU, TFU). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Chengdu to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Chengdu?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Chengdu. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,693 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Chengdu to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects CN (Chengdu) with China (Shanghai).