Cheap flights from Xiamen to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $78
Spring Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Mar 7 — Sun, Mar 8
The cheapest round-trip flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is currently $78
Cheapest one-way flight $39
Spring Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Mar 4
The cheapest one-way flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is currently $39
Last-minute weekend getaway $160
Spring Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Jan 31 — Mon, Feb 2
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Xiamen to Shanghai is currently $160
Cheapest business class flights $1,462
Air Macau 1 stop 17 hr Thu, Mar 5 — Sun, Mar 8
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is currently $1,462
Fastest flight 1 hr 30 min The fastest nonstop flight from Xiamen to Shanghai takes 1 hr 30 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 Xiamen to Shanghai is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
December
Cheapest
Typical prices: $90–385
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $170–370

Popular airlines from Xiamen to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day
    24 weekly connecting flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day
  • XiamenAir
    Nonstop
    from $428
    Typical price: $425–1,650
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - SHA Every day
    14 weekly connecting flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $78
    Typical price: $110–195
    28 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - SHA Every day
    18 weekly connecting flights
    XMN - PVG Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day
    4 weekly connecting flights
    XMN - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shandong
    Nonstop
    from $471
    Typical price: $295–560
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    XMN - SHA Every day
    44 weekly connecting flights
    XMN - PVG, SHA Every day

Popular airports near Xiamen

  • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
    Xiamen China 16 min 5 mi
  • Jinjiang Airport (JJN)
    Quanzhou China 1 hr 17 min 38 mi
  • Fuzhou Changle International Airport (FOC)
    Fuzhou China 3 hr 8 min 140 mi
  • Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
    Shantou China 3 hr 7 min 118 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Xiamen to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Xiamen to Shanghai are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $90 to $385.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Xiamen to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $78. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $39.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest XiamenAir flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $428, flying from Feb 27 to Mar 1.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $78, flying from Mar 7 to Mar 8.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $471, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 8.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Xiamen to Shanghai starts at $78 from Sat, Mar 7 to Sun, Mar 8. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $39 and departs on Wed, Mar 4.
1 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Xiamen 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 Xiamen 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 Xiamen 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 Xiamen to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 49 nonstop flights and 24 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

In terms of flights, Shandong is the most popular. Shandong offers 7 nonstop flights and 44 connecting flights per week. Shandong flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Xiamen to Shanghai are:
  • XiamenAir offers 49 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. XiamenAir flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Spring offers 28 nonstop flights and 18 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 21 nonstop flights and 4 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 21 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Xiamen and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Xiamen to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $78. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $39.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest XiamenAir flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $428, flying from Feb 27 to Mar 1.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $78, flying from Mar 7 to Mar 8.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is $471, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 8.
China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, XiamenAir, Spring and Shandong fly direct from Xiamen to Shanghai.
  • There are 49 China Eastern direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 XiamenAir direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Spring direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shandong direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Xiamen and Shanghai at price $160 is offered by Spring from Sat, Jan 31 to Mon, Feb 2.
China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, XiamenAir, Spring and Shandong fly direct from Xiamen to Shanghai.
  • There are 49 China Eastern direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 XiamenAir direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Spring direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shandong direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Xiamen and Shanghai start at $78 from Sat, Mar 7 to Sun, Mar 8 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Xiamen 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 Xiamen and Shanghai start at $1,462 from Thu, Mar 5 to Sun, Mar 8 with Air Macau.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Xiamen and Shanghai start at $78 from Sat, Mar 7 to Sun, Mar 8.
To book business class trips from Xiamen 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 Xiamen and Shanghai starts at $160 from Sat, Jan 31 to Mon, Feb 2 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Xiamen and Shanghai at price $160 is offered by Spring from Sat, Jan 31 to Mon, Feb 2.
To find last-minute flight deals from Xiamen 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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