Cheap flights to Shantou
Air service to the city of **Shantou** in **China** is operated through Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport, which is located 29 kilometers from the city center. The route network features 15 popular departure destinations, connecting the region with the country's major transport hubs. The highest number of flights arrive from Shanghai (209 per week), as well as from Chengdu and Wuhan.
12 airlines operate flights to the city, offering passengers a wide range of departure times and service levels. The leading carriers on this route are China Southern, China Eastern and Air China. Below on this page, you will find city cards with ticket search options to help you quickly find a suitable flight.

Shanghai — Shantou

Wuhan — Shantou

Hangzhou — Shantou

Bangkok — Shantou

Hefei — Shantou

Nanjing — Shantou


Linyi — Shantou


Jinan — Shantou

Kunming — Shantou

Xian — Shantou


Chengdu — Shantou


Zhoushan — Shantou
Flight insights to Shantou
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Shantou — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Shantou come from Shanghai, Chengdu and Wuhan. Shanghai leads with around 209 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Shantou depart from China, Thailand and Singapore. China alone accounts for about 97% of all direct routes.
- Chinaavg $129
- Thailandavg $88
- Singaporeavg $149
- Malaysiaavg $107
- Lao, People's Dem. Rep.avg $137
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Shantou range from Shanghai at $61 to Beijing at $125 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Shantou from right now are Shanghai from $61, Changsha from $66 and Guilin from $75.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Shantou is from Singapore at about 4h 6m, followed by Kuala Lumpur (4h 2m) and Pattaya (3h 6m).
- Singapore4h 6m
- Kuala Lumpur4h 2m
- Pattaya3h 6m
- Bangkok3h 5m
- Lanzhou2h 54m
Popular departure cities to Shantou
Frequently asked questions
- Which airports serve flights to Shantou?
- The main aviation hub for arriving travelers is Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA). It is located 29 kilometers from **Shantou** and serves all key domestic flights.
- From how many cities can you fly to Shantou?
- Currently, direct air service is established with 15 cities. Most of these are domestic, making travel convenient for those planning to visit various provinces.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Shantou?
- The leaders in the number of weekly flights are Shanghai (209 flights), Chengdu (124 flights) and Wuhan (101 flights). There is also a significant passenger flow from Beijing and Hangzhou.
- How many airlines operate flights to Shantou?
- Regular service is provided by 12 airlines. The widest selection of flights is offered by major Chinese carriers, such as China Southern and China Eastern.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Shantou?
- To save money, look for flights by Spring Airlines, which often offers budget-friendly fares. It is also recommended to search for tickets in advance and check departures on weekdays.