Cheap flights from Shanghai to Sanya

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Cheapest round-trip flights $264
Spring Nonstop 4 hr Sat, Mar 21 — Mon, Mar 23
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sanya is currently $264
Cheapest one-way flight $40
Spring Nonstop 4 hr Thu, Mar 26
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Sanya is currently $40
Last-minute weekend getaway $260
Spring Nonstop 4 hr Sat, Mar 14 — Mon, Mar 16
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Sanya is currently $260
Cheapest business class flights $2,045
China Southern 1 stop 29 hr Fri, May 1 — Sun, May 3
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sanya is currently $2,045
Fastest flight 2 hr 55 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Sanya takes 2 hr 55 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 Shanghai to Sanya is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
December
Cheapest
Typical prices: $185–420
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $460–730

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Sanya

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    39 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
    30 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    SHA - SYX Every day
    14 weekly connecting flights
    PVG - SYX Every day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $619
    Typical price: $700–850
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
    177 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $209
    Typical price: $180–430
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
    20 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    13 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day
  • Hainan
    Nonstop
    from $1,013
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - SYX Every day
    41 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYX Every day

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 11 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Sanya

  • Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
    Sanya China 27 min 7 mi
  • Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
    Haikou China 3 hr 13 min 131 mi
  • Qionghai Bo'ao (BAR)
    Qionghai China 2 hr 27 min 86 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Sanya

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sanya are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $185 to $420.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sanya recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $264. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $40.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $619, flying from Apr 11 to Apr 12.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $209, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $1,013, flying from Mar 19 to Mar 22.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sanya starts at $264 from Sat, Mar 21 to Mon, Mar 23. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $40 and departs on Thu, Mar 26.
2 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Sanya.
Peak travel season is Oct–Dec. The climate is tropical, with very hot and humid weather Apr–Oct, a rain/typhoon season Jun–Sep and thick fog Jan–Feb. Surfing conditions are usually best Nov–Jan. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary); the Sanyuesan festival (Mar/Apr, dates vary), featuring traditional dances of the Li and Miao ethnic groups; and the Dragon Boat Festival (May/Jun, dates vary).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Sanya.
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 Shanghai to Sanya 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 Shanghai to Sanya.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 39 nonstop flights and 30 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 14 nonstop flights and 177 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Sanya are:
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 35 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .
  • Spring offers 14 nonstop flights and 20 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 13 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .
  • Hainan offers 7 nonstop flights and 41 connecting flights per week. Hainan flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Sanya.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sanya recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $264. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $40.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $619, flying from Apr 11 to Apr 12.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $209, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Hainan flight from Shanghai to Sanya is $1,013, flying from Mar 19 to Mar 22.
China Eastern, Spring, China Southern, Hainan, Suparna Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Sanya.
  • There are 39 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya 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 Shanghai and Sanya at price $260 is offered by Spring from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16.
China Eastern, Spring, China Southern, Hainan, Suparna Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Sanya.
  • There are 39 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Hainan direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya 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 Shanghai to Sanya on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Sanya start at $264 from Sat, Mar 21 to Mon, Mar 23 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Sanya, 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 Shanghai and Sanya start at $2,045 from Fri, May 1 to Sun, May 3 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Sanya start at $264 from Sat, Mar 21 to Mon, Mar 23.
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Sanya, 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 Shanghai and Sanya starts at $260 from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Sanya at price $260 is offered by Spring from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Sanya, 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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