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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zhengzhou.£104 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Zhengzhou on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £104, select.
Zhengzhou.£216 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Zhengzhou on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £216, select.
Zhengzhou.£288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Zhengzhou on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £288, select.
Zhengzhou.£289 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Mon, 5 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Zhengzhou on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £289, select.
Zhengzhou.£373 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with China Southern and Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Zhengzhou on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £373, select.

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Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou

Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Zhengzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£104
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week94

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou is £104. 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.
2 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou.
China Southern, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou.
As of December 2025, there are 112 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Zhengzhou is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Zhengzhou Airport on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 7 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 Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Shanghai Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zhengzhou.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Zhengzhou are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Flights from PVG to CGO start from 06:30 — the first with Suparna Airlines. The last departure is at 22:30 with Shanghai Airlines. Overall, there are 70 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your PVG to CGO flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport. Fly nonstop to Zhengzhou with these carriers and discover this incredible part of China:

  • Most passengers choose to fly with China Southern Airlines on this route.

  • With an impressive 95.42% of services landing on schedule, China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PVG to CGO flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PVG and CGO:

    • Yantai Laishan International Airport

    • Ningbo Lishe International Airport

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)

  • £48 is currently the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport flight. Return flights start from £104. These fares may change based on availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from PVG to CGO, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from PVG to CGO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)

Getting from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) to central Zhengzhou

  • CGO is located at Ping'an Rd.

  • Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is roughly 25 miles from the centre of Zhengzhou. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Zhengzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Zhengzhou, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CGO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Zhengzhou, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel around 290 miles south to Wuhan to tick off its top attractions. From Yellow Crane Tower to East Lake and Hubei Provincial Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Tai'an is another essential stop in China and is around 220 miles north-east of Zhengzhou. No trip is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Zhengzhou

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