Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
You’ll find all main transport options for the route between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie, including combined, flight or train.
Travel options for Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Travel from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie and save with a flight for 603 CN¥, or reach your destination faster by combined in 25 minutes.
Flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Choosing to fly between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie means departing from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport and reaching your destination after approximately 2 hours 15 minutes, landing at DYG Zhangjiajie Airport. Air travel offers the fastest way to complete this route, with prices commonly starting from 603 CN¥. Schedules and ticket options can be found in the flight availability section.
Prices: 603 CN¥
Duration: 2h 15m – 2h 35m ⏱
Train from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Hop on a train departing from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao to travel from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, arriving at Zhangjiajie West. The ride takes around 7 hours 15 minutes with fares starting from 891 CN¥. Be sure to reserve your seat for this journey.
Prices: 891 CN¥
Duration: 7h 15m – 9h 11m ⏱
Combined from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Combined transport services between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie depart from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport or SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and arrive at DYG Zhangjiajie Airport. The journey usually lasts about 25 minutes, with tickets priced at 2,192 CN¥. Make sure to secure your spot and explore the available routes view combined options.
Prices: 2,192 CN¥
Duration: 25m – 21h 55m ⏱
Flight Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Take off from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport on the only nonstop flight to Zhangjiajie. You’ll spend around 2h 15m to 2h 35m cruising in the air before landing at DYG Zhangjiajie Airport. Services operate from 13:20 until 19:25 with fares starting at 603 to 1,245 CN¥. Consult the full timetable for flights covering Shanghai and Zhangjiajie to select your preferred departure and secure your seat.
Cheapest Flight Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
603 CN¥, from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to DYG Zhangjiajie Airport, departure at 13:20, duration 2h 35mFastest Flight Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
1245 CN¥, from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to DYG Zhangjiajie Airport, departure at 19:25, duration 2h 15mFlight Timetable: PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport → DYG Zhangjiajie Airport
- 13:20 15:55 2h 35m 603 CN¥
- 19:25 21:40 2h 15m 1245 CN¥
Train Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
- Leave Shanghai South for Zhangjiajie West by train, with the trip taking about 8h 34m. Train services operate at 12:12, and fares are priced from 891 CN¥.
- Leave Shanghai Hongqiao for Zhangjiajie West by train, with the journey taking about 7h 15m to 9h 11m. Train services operate from 07:04 until 12:44, and fares are priced from 939 to 974 CN¥.
Cheapest Train Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
891 CN¥, from Shanghai South to Zhangjiajie West, departure at 12:12, duration 8h 34mFastest Train Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
974 CN¥, from Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhangjiajie West, departure at 07:04, duration 7h 15mTrain Timetable: Shanghai Hongqiao → Zhangjiajie West
- 07:04 14:19 7h 15m 974 CN¥
- 12:44 21:55 9h 11m 939 CN¥
Train Timetable: Shanghai South → Zhangjiajie West
- 12:12 20:46 8h 34m 891 CN¥
Combined Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
- Take a multi-leg transfer from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport and reach DYG Zhangjiajie Airport in about 5h 45m to 19h 20m. Departures operate from 06:45 until 22:50, with tickets starting at 2,192 to 3,173 CN¥.
- From SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, set off toward DYG Zhangjiajie Airport via multiple modes of transport, spending about 11h 55m to 21h 55m on the route. Departures run from 08:50 until 21:50, and tickets start at 2,521 to 3,247 CN¥.
Cheapest Combined Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
2192 CN¥, from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to DYG Zhangjiajie Airport, departure at 16:40, durationFastest Combined Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
2521 CN¥, from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to DYG Zhangjiajie Airport, departure at 06:45, duration 5h 45mCombined Timetable: PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport → DYG Zhangjiajie Airport
- 06:45 12:30 5h 45m 2521 CN¥
- 16:15 16:40 25m 2216 CN¥
- 16:40 16:40 2192 CN¥
- 18:25 09:45 15h 20m 3173 CN¥
- 20:25 09:45 13h 20m 2521 CN¥
- 21:20 16:40 19h 20m 2200 CN¥
- 22:50 09:45 10h 55m 2521 CN¥
Combined Timetable: SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport → DYG Zhangjiajie Airport
- 08:50 09:45 55m 2521 CN¥
- 11:50 09:45 21h 55m 3247 CN¥
- 13:50 09:45 19h 55m 2521 CN¥
- 14:50 09:45 18h 55m 2521 CN¥
- 15:50 09:45 17h 55m 2521 CN¥
- 16:50 09:45 16h 55m 2521 CN¥
- 20:05 09:45 13h 40m 2521 CN¥
- 21:50 09:45 11h 55m 2521 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Shanghai to Zhangjiajie
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie.
What are the usual ways to travel from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
The available options on this route are flights and trains. Flights run from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Zhangjiajie Airport, while trains go from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhangjiajie West. The choice mainly affects travel time, price, and departure station.
How much does Shanghai to Zhangjiajie usually cost overall?
Across the listed options, fares range from about 603 CNY to 1,245 CNY for flights and from 891 CNY to 974 CNY for trains. The combined route data shows a wider overall range of 2,192 CNY to 3,247 CNY, but the transport-specific prices are lower.
Which is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
The cheapest listed option is the flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Zhangjiajie Airport, with fares starting at 603 CNY. Train tickets start higher, at 891 CNY. No bus or ferry data is provided for this route.
Which option is fastest for Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
The fastest option is the flight, taking about 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. Trains take much longer, from about 7 hours 15 minutes to 9 hours 11 minutes depending on the service. The route data does not list any faster ground option.
Why does travel time from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie vary so much?
Travel time varies by transport type and by the specific departure station. Flights are much shorter than trains, and even within the same mode the duration changes. For example, train trips from Shanghai Hongqiao are listed at about 7 hours 15 minutes to 9 hours 11 minutes.
Where do flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie depart and arrive?
Flights depart from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport and arrive at DYG Zhangjiajie Airport. The listed flight duration is about 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. Only this airport pair is shown for the air option.
What are the train stations for Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
Trains depart from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao and arrive at Zhangjiajie West. The Shanghai South service is listed at about 8 hours 34 minutes, while Shanghai Hongqiao services range from about 7 hours 15 minutes to 9 hours 11 minutes.
How many flights are there from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, and when is the first one?
There are 2 listed flights on this route. The first departure is at 13:20 and the last departure is at 19:25. Both flights operate from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to DYG Zhangjiajie Airport.
How often do trains run from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
The schedule data does not give a fixed frequency for trains on this route. There are 3 listed train trips in total, with departures between 07:04 and 12:44. The services use Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao and arrive at Zhangjiajie West.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for Shanghai to Zhangjiajie overall?
Across all listed transport, the earliest departure is 06:45 and the latest is 22:50. These times come from the combined route data, which includes both flights and trains. The exact times depend on the transport type and service.
Is there a big difference between Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai South trains to Zhangjiajie?
Yes, the listed train durations differ by departure station. The Shanghai South to Zhangjiajie West service is about 8 hours 34 minutes, while Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhangjiajie West ranges from about 7 hours 15 minutes to 9 hours 11 minutes. Both arrive at Zhangjiajie West.
Where should I book tickets for Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?
For reservations on this route, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided. It lists the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie options and their route details. The available services shown are flights from Shanghai Pudong and trains from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao.
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