Are direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time in transit. Consider your priorities for price versus convenience when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Haikou to Shanghai flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding cheaper flights. Prices often vary depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Haikou to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may charge for printing boarding passes or for specific payment methods. These additional fees can impact the total cost of your trip.

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2026-10-26 – 2026-10-28
HAK - Shanghai
69% AI deal score
CN¥1,498
CN¥1,258
Round trip
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HAK - Shanghai
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CN¥1,500
CN¥1,285
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CN¥1,496
CN¥1,285
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CN¥1,559
CN¥1,318
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Haikou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Flights from Haikou to Shanghai typically range from $310–$626, with a median fare of $406. Right now, fares for this route are near the typical level. Approximately 20% of recent fares for cheap flights from Haikou to Shanghai were classified as a good price, indicating some opportunities for savings if you are flexible with your travel dates.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Haikou to Shanghai? The data shows that August is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $165. July follows as another economical option, with a median fare of $184. You can also find relatively lower prices in October, where the median fare is $359.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 11.5% of recent fares being for direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey.

How long is the flight from Haikou to Shanghai? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. This duration reflects the median flight time for all itineraries, both direct and connecting, on this route.

The distance between Haikou and Shanghai is approximately 1,686 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates to a flight experience that balances efficiency with comfort, often involving a few hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Haikou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥1,228 - CN¥2,000

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Haikou to Shanghai.

The regular price range for flights from Haikou to Shanghai is from 1228 CNY to 2000 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1285 CNY with Air China, for travel from Oct 27-Oct 30.

now CN¥1,285

Low CN¥1,228

High CN¥2,000

The cheapest time to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Haikou to Shanghai is August, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $407. Prices are generally lower from July to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥165

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥407

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Air China

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Haikou to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,519

CN¥1,379

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,468

CN¥1,412

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,905

CN¥1,700

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,519

CN¥1,379

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,466

CN¥1,412

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,975

CN¥1,586

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

CN¥2,042 → CN¥1,753

14%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

CN¥1,649 → CN¥1,412

14%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,496 → CN¥1,292

14%

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

CN¥1,500 → CN¥1,292

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Haikou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for this route are near the typical level, with 20% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August offers the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($165), July ($184), and October ($359) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 45m

The median flight duration for direct flights on this route is 2h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 88.5% of recent deals, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China and Antinea Airlines offer direct flights

Air China and Antinea Airlines are among the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Haikou main airports to depart from

Haikou Meilan International (HAK)

Cheapest

Haikou Meilan International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Haikou to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,354

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport serves as a major international gateway for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, metro, and maglev train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,312

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,213

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From HAK

Elite

Feb 09

Shanghai, China

70% AI deal score

$1,045

$836

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China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Feb 16

Shanghai, China

70% AI deal score

$1,091

$836

Save $255

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

69% AI deal score

$1,127

$932

Save $195

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

69% AI deal score

$1,142

$938

Save $204

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Dec 30

Shanghai, China

68% AI deal score

$1,076

$938

Save $138

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Dec 05

Shanghai, China

67% AI deal score

$1,148

$1,036

Save $112

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Dec 05

Shanghai, China

67% AI deal score

$1,148

$1,042

Save $106

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Oct 11

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,015

$946

Save $69

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Oct 12

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,016

$946

Save $70

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Oct 11

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,016

$979

Save $37

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Feb 05

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,135

$1,097

Save $38

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From HAK

Elite

Oct 12

Shanghai, China

65% AI deal score

$1,007

$979

Save $28

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights can sometimes be less expensive than direct options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth checking frequently. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring them over time may help you secure a good fare.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or better prices. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Haikou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Haikou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥1,228 - CN¥2,000

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Haikou to Shanghai.

The regular price range for flights from Haikou to Shanghai is from 1228 CNY to 2000 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1285 CNY with Air China, for travel from Oct 27-Oct 30.

now CN¥1,285

Low CN¥1,228

High CN¥2,000

The cheapest time to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥165

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥407

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Air China

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Haikou to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,519

CN¥1,379

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,468

CN¥1,412

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,905

CN¥1,700

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,519

CN¥1,379

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (SHA)

Shanghai Airlines

CN¥1,466

CN¥1,412

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HAK - Shanghai

Haikou (HAK) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,975

CN¥1,586

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

CN¥2,042 → CN¥1,753

14%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

CN¥1,649 → CN¥1,412

14%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

CN¥1,496 → CN¥1,292

14%

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

CN¥1,500 → CN¥1,292

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Haikou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for this route are near the typical level, with 20% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August offers the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($165), July ($184), and October ($359) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 45m

The median flight duration for direct flights on this route is 2h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 88.5% of recent deals, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China and Antinea Airlines offer direct flights

Air China and Antinea Airlines are among the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Haikou main airports to depart from

Haikou Meilan International (HAK)

Cheapest

Haikou Meilan International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Haikou to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,354

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport serves as a major international gateway for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, metro, and maglev train).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,312

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

65% AI deal score

$1,007

$979

Save $28

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Haikou to Shanghai

Haikou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Haikou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Haikou to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Haikou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

August offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China and Antinea Airlines offer direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Haikou main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Feb 09

Feb 16

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 05

Dec 05

Oct 11

Oct 12

Oct 11

Feb 05

Oct 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Haikou to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Haikou to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Haikou to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Haikou to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Haikou to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Haikou

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Haikou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Haikou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Haikou to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Haikou to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Haikou to Shanghai

Haikou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

August offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China and Antinea Airlines offer direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Haikou main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Feb 09

Feb 16

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 05

Dec 05

Oct 11

Oct 12

Oct 11

Feb 05

Oct 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Haikou to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Haikou to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Haikou to Shanghai?