On this page, you can book flight tickets for travel from Shantou to Lanzhou. The 1,875 km route connects two important regions of China, and for a comfortable start to your trip, it's worth finding out in advance how to get to the airport of departure.
The main carrier on this route is China Eastern Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we have prepared a low-price calendar and up-to-date information on how to get from the airport to the center of Lanzhou.
The table shows direct flights Shantou → Lanzhou on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern. Departures from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport airports, arrivals at Lanzhou Zhongchuan 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 Shantou — Lanzhou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 538 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,061 in e. 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.
Shantou → Lanzhou, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 794 | high | May | AED 746 | high | Sep | AED 698 | medium |
| Feb | AED 770 | high | Jun | AED 698 | medium | Oct | AED 770 | high |
| Mar | AED 626 | low | Jul | AED 794 | high | Nov | AED 626 | low |
| Apr | AED 674 | medium | Aug | AED 818 | high | Dec | AED 602 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Lanzhou features distinct seasonality: July is the warmest month with temperatures up to 28.3°C, while January is the coldest with an average minimum of -10.1°C. The highest rainfall occurs in August, when the number of wet days reaches 14 per month.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in August, starting AED 796. The most expensive month to fly is October, when ticket prices rise AED 1,061.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be September, which offers a balance between comfortable temperatures and moderate flight costs AED 854. It is recommended to avoid traveling in October if budget savings are a priority.
Direct flights and connection options on this route are primarily provided by China Eastern Airlines. As the main carrier, it offers regular service between the cities. You can find detailed information on flight frequency and available days of the week in the list below.
Flights Shantou — Lanzhou depart from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport and arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan 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 over a distance of 1,875 km is about 2 hours 15 minutes, depending on weather conditions and the type of aircraft.
Regular flights between Shantou and Lanzhou are operated by China Eastern Airlines.
Flights arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW), located in China.
Flight prices are constantly changing. You can see the current minimum in the low-price calendar block on this page.
To save money, it is recommended to book tickets several weeks before departure and choose flights on weekdays, when demand is traditionally lower.
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