Shanghai to Leshan flights
Leshan lies 1,705 km (1,060 mi) west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 56 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Shanghai | Leshan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 662,814 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 375 m (1,230 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | SHA, 12 km out | LSG, 14 km out |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 614000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Shanghai
Shanghai is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,154-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG, 34 km), Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH, 96 km).
Arriving in Leshan
Leshan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Leshan Airport (LSG), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leshan Airport (regional) | LSG | 14 km (9 mi) | — | 1,189 ft |
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Staying in Leshan
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Leshan. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (11), and 4 are five-star. Guests have left 194 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Leshan from Shanghai?
1,705 km (1,060 mi) in a straight line, west of Shanghai.
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Leshan by air?
About 2 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Leshan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Shanghai to Leshan flights?
Typically Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Leshan Airport (LSG).
Where can I stay in Leshan?
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Leshan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.