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Lijiang.Rs14,699 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,699, select.
Lijiang.Rs21,046 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,046, select.
Lijiang.Rs21,046 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,046, select.
Lijiang.Rs21,046 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,046, select.
Lijiang.Rs21,079 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,079, select.
Lijiang.Rs56,519 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,519, select.
Lijiang.Rs81,007 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,007, select.
Lijiang.Rs252,855 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs252,855, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
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Oct
from Rs14,720
Nov
from Rs21,109
Dec
from Rs21,075
Jan
from Rs21,075
Feb
from Rs56,598
Mar
from Rs21,075
Apr
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May
from Rs81,120
Jun
from Rs253,210
Jul
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Aug
from Rs291,807

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Shanghai to Lijiang: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs14,699
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineSpring Airlines
Average flights per week69

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International is Rs36,191. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
As of September 2025, there are 138 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International Airport on Saturday, 11 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lijiang Sanyi International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lijiang is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lijiang Sanyi International is Spring Airlines .

Travelling from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG): What you need to know

  • Your trip gets off the ground at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) jetting off from either of these.

  • Take off on a direct Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • Lijiang's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Lijiang Sanyi Airport is located in Lijiang.

  • With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) is the busiest route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:20am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from PVG to LJG is with Beijing Capital Airlines at 8:10pm.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to LJG.

  • During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • You can book a direct Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flight ticket with departures from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check if flying out of SHA makes more sense for your journey.

  • Catch your direct flight from Shanghai to LJG with China Eastern Airlines. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of SHA.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SHA to LJG.

  • If you're looking for a consistently punctual carrier, book with China Eastern Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 86.89% for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Lijiang Sanyi Airport.

  • The drive from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.

  • Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to LJG flight:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

  • Rs14,720 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport. Return flights start at Rs36,141. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to LJG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • Cheap Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Shanghai to LJG.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG), while June is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Lijiang based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Shanghai to LJG flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lijiang to range from 9ºC to 24ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Lijiang

  • Start your Lijiang trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley are highlights which should be on any good Lijiang itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Lijiang has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Lijiang, a trip to Xichang will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Xichang Ancient Town, Qionghai Moon Bay and 邛海湾.

  • Next stop? Set off for Luojiawuji. It's located about 113 kilometres north-east of Lijiang and is known for highlights like 玉龙雪山观景点.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Lijiang

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