Weekend getaways from Shanghai

If you're flying out of Shanghai this weekend, you have 58 destinations to choose from — spread across 5 countries and all within a 3-hour flight. The current price leader is Harbin at €47. Jieyang is another strong option at €48. All fares refresh continuously; the booking link always shows the live price.

Best weekend getaways from Shanghai right now

Looking for a quick weekend escape from Shanghai? These destinations combine short flight times, current low fares, and enough flexibility for a two- or three-day trip. The cheapest option in this list is Harbin from €47.

Harbin
China - 2h 55m - Direct
from €47
Jieyang
China - 2h - Direct
from €48
Nanjing
China - 0h 55m - Direct
from €50
Ningbo
China - 1h - Direct
from €53
Macau
Macau - 2h 30m - Direct
from €53

Why these destinations?

- Short flight time from the origin airport
- Low current fares compared with nearby destinations
- Practical for a 2-3 day city break or short escape

Prices refresh every 48-72 hours.

Cheapest destinations from Shanghai

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Weekend getaways from other cities

Frequently asked questions

What's a good weekend trip from Shanghai?

Right now the cheapest weekend-ready fare from Shanghai is €47 to Harbin, about 3 hours each way. That leaves plenty of time for two full days at your destination even on a Friday-to-Sunday schedule. See the full list above for all 58 options under 3 hours, covering 5 countries.

How many direct flights from Shanghai work for a weekend?

57 of the short-haul destinations from Shanghai currently have direct fares available. Direct is almost always the right call for a 2-night break — you land fresher, skip the connection stress, and save time on both ends of the trip. If a direct option is even €20 more than a connecting flight, it's usually worth it for a trip this short.

When should I book a weekend flight from Shanghai?

4-6 weeks ahead usually gets you the best combination of price and seat availability. Friday-evening departures and Sunday-evening returns are the most popular, so they cost more — Saturday-morning outbound and Monday-morning return is often 20-30% cheaper for the same destination. Last-minute deals do appear (within 14 days), but you're at the mercy of what's left.

What counts as "short-haul" from Shanghai?

We filter to flights under 3 hours one-way. That threshold is based on a practical test: a 3-hour flight allows you to leave Shanghai on a Friday evening after work and arrive in time for dinner at your destination — leaving the full Saturday and Sunday free. Flights longer than 3 hours start to eat meaningfully into a 2-night break.