Cheap flights from Shantou to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $121
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Fri, May 8 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shantou to Shanghai is currently $121
Cheapest one-way flight $61
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Fri, May 8
The cheapest one-way flight from Shantou to Shanghai is currently $61
Last-minute weekend getaway $121
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Fri, May 8 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shantou to Shanghai is currently $121
Cheapest business class flights $1,157
China Southern Nonstop 3 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shantou to Shanghai is currently $1,157
Fastest flight 1 hr 50 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shantou to Shanghai takes 1 hr 50 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shantou to Shanghai is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $95–165
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $190–315

Popular airlines from Shantou to Shanghai

  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    36 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
    9 weekly connecting flights
    SWA - PVG Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $121
    Typical price: $125–235
    29 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
    33 weekly connecting flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
    156 weekly connecting flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $393
    18 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG Every day
    203 weekly connecting flights
    SWA - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG Every Mon, Tue, Sun
  • Suparna Airlines
    Nonstop
    2 weekly nonstop flights
    SWA - PVG Every Mon, Tue

Popular airports near Shantou

  • Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
    Shantou China 57 min 17 mi
  • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
    Xiamen China 3 hr 6 min 122 mi
  • Shenzhen Airport Huizhou City Houjilou (HUZ)
    Huizhou China 3 hr 10 min 134 mi
  • Jinjiang Airport (JJN)
    Quanzhou China 3 hr 48 min 156 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 27 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 8 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shantou to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Shantou to Shanghai are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $95 to $165.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shantou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $61.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shantou to Shanghai is $121, flying from May 8 to May 11.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shantou to Shanghai is $393, flying from May 14 to May 17.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shantou to Shanghai starts at $121 from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $61 and departs on Fri, May 8.
1 hr 50 min is the shortest flight time from Shantou to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shantou to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shantou to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shantou to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, Shanghai Airlines is the most popular. Shanghai Airlines offers 36 nonstop flights and 9 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 18 nonstop flights and 203 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shantou to Shanghai are:
  • Spring offers 29 nonstop flights and 33 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • China Eastern offers 21 nonstop flights and 156 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 3 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Suparna Airlines offers 2 nonstop flights per week. Suparna Airlines flies from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shantou and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shantou to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $61.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shantou to Shanghai is $121, flying from May 8 to May 11.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shantou to Shanghai is $393, flying from May 14 to May 17.
China Southern, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Spring, Juneyao Airlines and Suparna Airlines fly direct from Shantou to Shanghai.
  • There are 36 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Spring direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 China Eastern direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 China Southern direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.
  • There are 2 Suparna Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday and Tuesday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shantou and Shanghai at price $121 is offered by Spring from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11.
China Southern, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Spring, Juneyao Airlines and Suparna Airlines fly direct from Shantou to Shanghai.
  • There are 36 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Spring direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 China Eastern direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 China Southern direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.
  • There are 2 Suparna Airlines direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday and Tuesday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shantou and Shanghai start at $121 from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shantou to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shantou and Shanghai start at $1,157 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shantou and Shanghai start at $121 from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11.
To book business class trips from Shantou to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shantou and Shanghai starts at $121 from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shantou and Shanghai at price $121 is offered by Spring from Fri, May 8 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shantou to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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