Shanghai to Dunhuang

Shanghai to Dunhuang

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Shanghai to Dunhuang Schedule

Shanghai to Dunhuang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Eastern Airlines Economy 06:30 - 15:15¥ 1,798
China Railway Hard Sleeper 16:48 - 01:05¥ 650
China Eastern Airlines Economy 18:15 - 12:20¥ 1,375
China Eastern Airlines Economy 21:30 - 22:40¥ 1,760

Transportation from Shanghai to Dunhuang

Facts about the transport from Shanghai to Dunhuang

Cheapest Transport$54
Fastest Transport18h 40m
Earliest Departure4:48 PM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day3
Distance1614 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChina Eastern Airlines, China Railway, Hainan Airlines

How to get from Shanghai to Dunhuang

When you want to get from Shanghai to Dunhuang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 253.86. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 239.12.

How far is Shanghai from Dunhuang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Shanghai to Dunhuang. Your trip will be a total of 1004 miles (1614 km). The flying distance is 9863 miles (15868 km).

How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Dunhuang?

The travel time from Shanghai to Dunhuang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 19 to 33 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Shanghai to Dunhuang?

The cost of the trip from Shanghai to Dunhuang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 239.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 253.86.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Shanghai to Dunhuang:

  • Train tickets - USD 53.09 to USD 90.10;
  • flight price: USD 239.11 - USD 253.80. From Shanghai to Dunhuang starting from 20:05 Shanghai Pudong Airport until 21:30 Shanghai Pudong Airport

How many trips per day are there between Shanghai and Dunhuang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 3 by flight from Shanghai to Dunhuang starting from 20:05 Shanghai Pudong Airport until 21:30 Shanghai Pudong Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Shanghai to Dunhuang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Shanghai to Dunhuang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.