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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tianjin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Tianjin flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Tianjin

Shanghai to Tianjin: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Tianjin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 458
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week603

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Tianjin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Tianjin is ر.ق.‏ 1,586. 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 14 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Tianjin.
China Eastern, Air China and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Tianjin.
As of December 2025, there are 603 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Tianjin.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tianjin is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Tianjin Airport on Saturday, 14 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 14 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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN): What you need to know

  • Your travel plans take shape 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 Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) jetting off from either of these bases.

  • 2 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport flight.

  • Tianjin's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Tianjin Binhai International Airport is located in Tianjin.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Shanghai Airlines at 10:15pm. Choose the first PVG to TSN departure with Shanghai Airlines at 7:45am if you want to get going earlier.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Shanghai to TSN. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • You can book a direct Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) flight ticket with departures from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Work out whether departing from SHA makes the most sense for you.

  • You'll have no trouble finding airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to TSN. Here's a list of carriers flying nonstop to where you're going from SHA:

  • On the SHA to TSN route, China Eastern Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.

  • Among the carriers operating flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Tianjin Binhai International Airport, Air China has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • SHA is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to TSN flight:

  • Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85.58%.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 458 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق.‏ 1,586. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to TSN, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Be the first to know about deals for flight tickets from Shanghai to TSN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)

  • Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Tianjin. June is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Tianjin is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to TSN flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January has temperatures of between -9ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Tianjin Binhai International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Tianjin

Explore more of China

  • Beijing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tianjin. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Forbidden City, 西湖 and Temple of Heaven.

  • Jinan is another essential stop in China and is around 274 kilometres south of Tianjin. No journey is complete without visiting Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring.

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