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Flight deals from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lijiang.R 1,179 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 11 Mar, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,179, select.
Lijiang.R 1,207 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,207, select.
Lijiang.R 1,400 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,400, select.
Lijiang.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
Lijiang.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
Lijiang.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
Lijiang.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
Lijiang.R 3,000 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Lijiang Sanyi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,000, 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 March.
Mar
from R 1,179
Apr
from R 1,409
May
from R 1,207
Jun
from R 1,409
Jul
from R 3,000
Aug
from R 1,409
Sep
from R 1,409
Oct
from R 1,400
Nov
from R 33,293
Dec
from R 12,454
Jan
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Feb
from R 17,814

Direct flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International

Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Lijiang below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lijiang Sanyi International.

Shanghai to Lijiang: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,179
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineSpring Airlines
Average flights per week48

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 R 2,818. 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 55 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
As of March 2025, there are 48 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi International is usually September.
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 Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 55 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 .

Flying from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG): what you need to know

  • Begin your journey 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) taking off from either of these.

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

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to LJG, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

About Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)

Getting from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to central Lijiang

  • Lijiang Sanyi Airport to the centre of Lijiang is around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport is R 1,179. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,818. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Shanghai to LJG. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider selection of departure times and travel dates.

  • Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily find a flight that fits your budget.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from Shanghai to LJG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

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

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Lijiang in February when it's quieter.

  • Schedule your flight from Shanghai to LJG for 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.

  • Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Lijiang Sanyi Airport.

More about Lijiang

Complete your Lijiang trip with a car rental

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