On this page, you can find and book flights from Shanghai to Phuket. The distance between the cities is approximately 3,525 km, with up to 28 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by Juneyao Airlines (HO), Shanghai Airlines (FM), and China Eastern Airlines (MU). Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Shanghai airport and arranging your transfer by reviewing information on how to get from Phuket airport.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Phuket on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Spring Airlines and China Eastern. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Phuket International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Phuket by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 402 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 803 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shanghai → Phuket, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,863 | high | May | AED 1,397 | low | Sep | AED 1,444 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,816 | high | Jun | AED 1,537 | medium | Oct | AED 1,351 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,677 | medium | Jul | AED 1,956 | high | Nov | AED 1,257 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,583 | medium | Aug | AED 1,909 | high | Dec | AED 2,003 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Phuket is characterized by consistently high temperatures. April is the hottest month, with an average high of 29.6°C, while rainfall peaks in September and October, when up to 28 rainy days per month are recorded.
August is the most budget-friendly month to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 394. The highest prices are seen in May, when flights start AED 700, with another notable price increase in June.
February and March are considered the optimal times for a trip: the weather remains dry during this period (up to 22 sunny days), and tickets cost AED 417. It is best to avoid the period from September to November due to the peak of tropical rains.
Regular air service on the Shanghai — Phuket route is provided by 4 airlines, with China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Airlines being the primary carriers. Most flights are non-stop, which significantly reduces travel time. Detailed information on flight schedules and available route options can be found in the list below.
Flights Shanghai — Phuket depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Phuket International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated travel time for a direct flight is approximately 4 hours 30 minutes, considering the distance of 3,525 km between the cities.
Regular flights are operated by Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, and the low-cost carrier Spring Airlines.
Yes, there are about 28 flights per week on this route, and a significant portion of them are non-stop direct flights.
All international flights from Shanghai arrive at Phuket International Airport (HKT).
It is recommended to book tickets in advance. You can track current price offers and find the lowest fares for specific dates using the low-price calendar on this page.
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