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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Dalian Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £74. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dalian.£65 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £65, select.

Dalian.£68 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £68, select.

Dalian.£69 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £69, select.

Dalian.£72 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Dalian.£72 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Dalian.£72 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Dalian.£74 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Dalian.£80 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £80, select.

Dalian.£81 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.

Dalian.£81 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.

Dalian.£81 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.

Dalian.£91 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Dalian.£100 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.

Dalian.£145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Dalian.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Dalian on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £145, select.

Dalian.£546 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with China Southern and Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Dalian on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £546, select.

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Cheapest flight found	£65
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 57 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	353

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Dalian: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai to Dalian?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Dalian is £65. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Dalian?

1 hour and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Dalian.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Dalian?

China Eastern, China Southern and Etihad Airways fly direct from Shanghai to Dalian.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Dalian?

As of March 2026, there are 353 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Dalian.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Dalian?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Dalian is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Dalian Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Dalian Airport on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Dalian Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 57 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dalian?

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 Dalian 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Dalian?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dalian is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Dalian with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Dalian is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC): What you need to know

The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) setting off from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is located in Dalian. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) is the most popular route. There are 117 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with China Southern Airlines at 10:20pm. Choose the first PVG to DLC departure operated by China Southern Airlines at 6:45am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to DLC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

You can hop on a direct flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct flights from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport taking off from PVG:
The top choice among passengers flying between PVG and DLC is China Southern.
China Southern sets the standard for punctuality. A dependable 96.33% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Travelling from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of PVG.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Looking to fly out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? Direct Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) plane tickets can be booked from here.
From SHA, direct flights from Shanghai to DLC can be booked with China Eastern Airlines.
On the SHA to DLC route, China Eastern is the airline most travellers rely on.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with China Eastern. 96.69% of its flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport arrive as scheduled.
You can get to SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to DLC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85% of them touching down as expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

Reserve a hotel close to DLC if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
DLC is located at 100 Yingke Road.

Getting from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to central Dalian

From Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, central Dalian is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

At the moment, £29 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £65. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to DLC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

It's time to work out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC). February is the peak month for travel to Dalian. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
Book a Shanghai to DLC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dalian to range from 19ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Dalian

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dalian right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Cross-sea Bridge, Baiyun Mountain and Xinghai Park are highlights which should feature on any good Dalian itinerary.

Explore more of China

You've seen Dalian, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 274 kms (170 miles) northeast to Anshan to check off its top attractions. From Yingze Lake to Pu'an Temple and Duilu Mountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Qinhuangdao is another essential stop in China and is around 193 kms (120 miles) northwest of Dalian. No journey is complete without visiting Beidaihe Beach, Lertao Ocean Kingdom and Xin'ao Marine World.