Title: £219 Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou (SHA to LHW) - Expedia.co.uk ![Temple of Buddha. To be honest, I can't remember the exact place I took this and would love some help. It is close to the Terracotta Warrior museum.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421432/8dc88af2-9bd6-47a5-a429-c4bb984b36d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Anna Erdman ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421432/8dc88af2-9bd6-47a5-a429-c4bb984b36d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # £219 Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW) [View £219 flight on Mon, 27 Oct 2025](https://expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?trip=oneway&leg1=from:SHA,to:LHW,departure:27/10/2025TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:218.30&airProductToken=AQonCiUIxpoBEgQ5MjExGPIBIOuxASigtvsCMOO3-wI4QkAAWAFyAllCEgoIARABGAEqAk1VGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW-Zhongchuan) - ![China Eastern Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_MU.svg) China Eastern Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sha,to:lhw,departure:30/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:lhw,to:sha,departure:07/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"MU"}}]) - ![Shanghai Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_FM.svg) Shanghai Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sha,to:lhw,departure:30/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:lhw,to:sha,departure:07/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"FM"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Lanzhou (LHW) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £219 for one-way flights and £438 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Return ![Shanghai Airlines](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/FM.gif) Mon, 27 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct SHA Shanghai LHW Lanzhou £438 Return found 5 hours ago [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:SHA,to:LHW,departure:27/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:LHW,to:SHA,departure:31/10/2025TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:437.60&airProductToken=AQonCiUIxpoBEgQ5MjExGPIBIOuxASigtvsCMOO3-wI4QkAAWAFyAllCCicKJQjGmgESBDkyMTIY67EBIPIBKJ_l-wIwuub7AjhCQABYAXICWUISCggBEAEYASoCTVUYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Flight from Shanghai to Lanzhou route information | Origin airport | Hongqiao Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Zhongchuan | | Airlines serving | China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines | | Return price | £438 | | Distance | 1726 km | | Average flight time | 3 hours 17 mins | ## Compare flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou. Operating between them 9 flights per day, 4 airlines cover the route. And Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air, China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Spring Airlines fly direct, getting you to Zhongchuan in just 3hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Hongqiao Intl. to Zhongchuan.   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Hongqiao Intl. (SHA) to Zhongchuan (LHW) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Lanzhou today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Hongqiao Intl. to Zhongchuan start at just £438 and range up to £773.   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Shanghai and Lanzhou - booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Shanghai to Lanzhou flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Hongqiao Intl. to Zhongchuan for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.   ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to Zhongchuan Airport? > If you're travelling between SHA and Zhongchuan Airport, round-trip flights start from £438. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't wait around. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Zhongchuan Airport (LHW)? > Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033). ### How do I find cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SHA to Zhongchuan Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from SHA to LHW? > Around 1,750 kilometres separates China and Lanzhou, so pack some entertainment to help you fill in a few hours. That juicy novel you haven't had time to start will be perfect. ### Which airlines fly direct from SHA to Zhongchuan Airport? > China Eastern Airlines (MU) is a popular option. It operates 60 flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport and Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) each month. You could also check out the fares available with Shanghai Airlines (FM). This airline operates 30 flights every month between China and Lanzhou. ### Are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Zhongchuan Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Booking your trip from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) at the last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. 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