Cheap flights from Xiamen to Shanghai
Shanghai receives visitors through two airports while Xiamen has a single gateway in southeastern China. This route offers direct connections between the cities with multiple carriers serving the corridor each day. You can check which airlines operate on this path and compare their schedules before making travel plans.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9CSpring Airlines9C | direct | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $72 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Shandong AirlinesSC | direct | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $94 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Shanghai AirlinesFM | direct | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $100 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | direct | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $108 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Juneyao AirlinesHO | direct | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $121 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Cathay PacificCX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 18 Nov 2026 | from $327 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 Philippine AirlinesPR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 21 Nov 2026 | from $395 | Search 21 Nov 2026 |
 Xiamen AirlinesMF | direct | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $398 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Mandarin AirlinesAE | with a stop | — | 5 Feb 2027 | from $401 | Search 5 Feb 2027 |
 Eastar JetZE | with a stop | — | 18 Nov 2026 | from $444 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: December — from $65.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $88 | 27 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $65 | 23 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $72 | 13 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $76 | 4 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $114 | 25 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $335 | 12 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $375 | 3 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $300 | 16 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $853 | 20 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $374 | 17 Aug 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $299 | 3 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Xiamen | Xiamen XMN | 9 km |
| Shanghai | Pudong International PVG | 34 km |
| Shanghai | Hongqiao International SHA | 12 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Booking several weeks ahead typically yields better fares than last-minute purchases for domestic Chinese flights. January stands out as the lowest-cost period when demand drops after year-end celebrations. The calendar shows prices running from October through August, giving you flexibility to pick dates across most of the year. Midweek departures tend to carry lower fares compared with weekend travel.
Airlines and what to expect
The route features a mix of budget and full-service carriers flying between Xiamen and Shanghai. Spring Airlines operates as a low-cost option on this corridor with simpler fare structures. Full-service airlines including China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, and Xiamen Airlines provide additional connections with included services in their tickets. Several international carriers like Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Mandarin Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines also appear on schedules, often routing passengers through connecting hubs rather than offering nonstop service.
Arriving — Shanghai
Shanghai handles arrivals at two airports of very different sizes and locations. Pudong International sits far from the city centre, requiring a longer transfer by taxi or metro to reach downtown areas. Hongqiao International lies much closer, making ground transportation quicker for most destinations within Shanghai. Both terminals connect to subway lines that run regularly throughout the day.
Before you go: China
- Currency
- CNY (¥)
- Power sockets
- Type A, C, I · 220 V
- Language
- Putonghua
- Emergency number
- 110, 119, 120
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +86
- Internet domain
- .cn, .中国
- Population of Shanghai
- 24.9 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC+08 (Asia/Shanghai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify passport validity meets entry requirements for China before booking your ticket.
- Check whether your fare includes checked baggage or if it must be purchased separately.
- Confirm if connecting flights are booked on separate tickets when using multiple carriers.
- Review which Shanghai airport best suits your final destination within the city.
- Consider travel during quieter months to secure lower prices on this route.
Frequently asked questions
Xiamen – Shanghai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for December 2026 — $65. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Xiamen – Shanghai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Spring Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Mandarin Airlines, Eastar Jet.
Xiamen – Shanghai: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Xiamen to Shanghai?
The distance is about 821 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 27 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Xiamen – Shanghai?
Xiamen: Xiamen (XMN). Shanghai: Pudong International (PVG), Hongqiao International (SHA).
What is the time difference between Xiamen and Shanghai?
Shanghai is in the same time zone as Xiamen.
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