On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Shanghai — Sanming route. The 666 km flight is operated regularly, with an average of about 5 flights per week on this route.
The primary carrier is MU. Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on many factors, so we recommend using the provided low-price calendar to find the best deals. Information on how to get to the terminals can be found in the transport sections for Shanghai and Sanming.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Sanming on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Sanming.
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 — Sanming by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 265 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,870 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 → Sanming, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 519 | high | May | AED 464 | high | Sep | AED 404 | medium |
| Feb | AED 546 | high | Jun | AED 410 | medium | Oct | AED 492 | high |
| Mar | AED 355 | low | Jul | AED 481 | high | Nov | AED 339 | low |
| Apr | AED 382 | medium | Aug | AED 475 | high | Dec | AED 372 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Sanming is characterized by hot summers, with maximum temperatures in July reaching 33.4°C, and cool winters, with average minimums in January dropping to 5.8°C. The wettest period is June, with precipitation exceeding 313 mm, while December remains the driest month of the year.
From a savings perspective, the most cost-effective month to fly is August, when ticket prices start AED 317. Prices peak in December, with the minimum fare rising to AED 1,870, which is important to consider when planning your budget.
The optimal time for booking is considered to be October: this period offers comfortable weather with temperatures around 25°C and minimal risk of rain. It is best to avoid traveling in June due to the peak of the rainy season, which can impact flight schedules.
The primary carrier on this route is China Eastern Airlines (MU), which operates the majority of flights. Direct flights are available to passengers, with a total of approximately 5 per week. To view the exact flight schedule for specific days and choose the most convenient option, please review the detailed timetable in the list below.
Flights Shanghai — Sanming depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Sanming. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated direct flight time is about 1 hour. The exact duration depends on weather conditions and the specific flight.
The main operator on the Shanghai — Sanming route is MU (China Eastern Airlines).
Yes, there are regular direct flights between the cities, allowing for travel without additional layovers.
Flight prices change constantly. To find the current minimum prices, we recommend using the low-price calendar provided on this page.
Flights from Shanghai arrive at Sanming Airport (SQJ).
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