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Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong

Shanghai (SHA) Hong Kong (HKG) Return direction
3 hFlight time
1227 kmDistance
Shanghai27°Cmostly clear · 24…30°C
Hong Kong27°Cpartly cloudy · 24…30°C
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Weather by month: Shanghai and Hong Kong

MonthShanghaiHong Kong
January6°C · 12 mm15°C · 19 mm
February6°C · 26 mm16°C · 21 mm
March12°C · 79 mm18°C · 87 mm
April19°C · 51 mm22°C · 94 mm
May22°C · 114 mm26°C · 196 mm
June25°C · 312 mm27°C · 330 mm
July29°C · 233 mm28°C · 446 mm
August31°C · 73 mm27°C · 395 mm
September28°C · 154 mm27°C · 346 mm
October23°C · 41 mm25°C · 79 mm
November14°C · 12 mm21°C · 7 mm
December10°C · 7 mm19°C · 12 mm

Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.

About Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong

Cathay Pacific operates flights between Shanghai and Hong Kong, connecting two of Asia's major business and travel hubs. You can depart from either Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), with all flights arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). The route covers 1,227 kilometres and typically takes around 3 hours, operating as a usually non-stop service ideal for business travel and regional tourism.

Lowest fares are typically available in November. Cathay Pacific includes one checked bag in Economy fares, though specific weight and piece allowances are not published on this route. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before your flight departs.

Airports on this route

DepartureShanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
ArrivalHong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Flight time3 h (estimated)
Distance1227 km
Quick answer

Cathay Pacific online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.

Online check-in opens24 h before departure
Online check-in closes1 h 30 min before departure
Check-in feeonline check-in is free
Boarding passmobile boarding pass, print at home
Mobile app check-inavailable

Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Cathay Pacific flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong take?
The flight typically takes around 180 minutes (3 hours) and operates as a non-stop service.
Which airports can I use for Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong?
You can depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), with all Cathay Pacific flights to Hong Kong arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
What baggage is included on Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Hong Kong?
One checked bag is included with Economy fares on this route. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and must be completed at least 90 minutes before your flight departs.

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