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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
100%Trains are 100% more expensive in Shanghai than in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou$0.44
Shanghai$0.88
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%The average meal is 40% more expensive in Shanghai than in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou$5.50
Shanghai$7.70
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
33%Taxis are 33% more expensive in Shanghai than in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou$2.64
Shanghai$3.52
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
11%Coffee is 11% more expensive in Shanghai than in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou$4.97
Shanghai$5.53
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 4.59 CNY
1 CNY = 0.22 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 26/03
Distance: 1211 kms
Guangzhou airports
Baiyun (CAN)How far from city centre: 30 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms

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When do you want to depart from Guangzhou? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Shanghai. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Guangzhou to Shanghai and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai

How long does the flight take to go from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
The total flight time between Guangzhou and Shanghai is of around 02:18 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,185 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai is $98. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Shanghai expensive to visit compared to Guangzhou?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Shanghai costs an average of 3.52 AUD, 33% more expensive than Guangzhou, with a fare of 2.64 AUD,

while train tickets costs 100% more in Shanghai: 0.88 AUD against 0.44 AUD in Guangzhou.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 7.70 AUD in Shanghai, 40% more than the 5.50 AUD in Guangzhou.

The price of the coffee is around 11% more expensive in Shanghai, with an average of 5.53 AUD , while in Guangzhou the coffee costs 4.97 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Guangzhou. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Shanghai compared to Guangzhou?
While in Guangzhou the temperatures can reach an average of 38.1 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Shanghai's temperatures can go up to 37.03 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.66 ºC in Shanghai, compared to the 5.61 ºC average degrees reported in Guangzhou. During the winter period, Guangzhou can register 12 mm precipitation, while Shanghai have an average of 3 mm rain level.

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