On this page, you can book flights from Taiyuan to Shantou. The 1,657 km route is served regularly, with about 4 flights per week. Before planning your trip, we recommend checking information on how to get to Taiyuan Airport.
Flights on this route are operated by MU and CZ airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic and seasonal, so use the low-price calendar to find great deals and check how to get from Shantou Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Taiyuan → Shantou on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern and China Southern. Departures from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport airports, arrivals at Jieyang Chaoshan 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 Taiyuan — Shantou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 483 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,129 in J. 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.
The climate in Shantou is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The warmest month is July, with average temperatures up to 31.7°C, while the wettest is June, with up to 27 rainy days. It is cooler in January and February, with daily highs around 19–20°C.
According to statistics, the most budget-friendly flights are available in July, with ticket prices starting AED 492. Prices peak in January, when the minimum fare increases to AED 1,133.
November and December are the best times to visit: the weather is comfortably dry, and flight prices are moderate. It's best to avoid June due to heavy rainfall, which can significantly complicate logistics.
Two major airlines provide service on the Taiyuan — Shantou route: China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines. There are about 4 flights per week, including direct flights and options with connections. To find the exact departure times and days of the week for each airline, please review the detailed schedule cards in the list below.
Flights Taiyuan — Shantou depart from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport and arrive at Jieyang Chaoshan Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,657 km. Connecting flights can take significantly longer depending on the duration of the layover.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Chinese carriers China Eastern Airlines (MU) and China Southern Airlines (CZ).
All flights from Taiyuan arrive at Shantou's international airport — Jieyang Chaoshan (SWA).
Ticket prices depend on the season and seat occupancy. We recommend monitoring current offers in the low-price calendar and booking your tickets as soon as you find a suitable price.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route; however, they operate about 4 times a week, so it’s worth checking the schedule for specific dates in advance.
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