Can I fly direct from Phuket City to Shanghai?

Yes, direct flights are available from Phuket City to Shanghai. Historically, approximately 54.6% of the flights on this route have been direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a layover, there are ample options. When connecting flights are taken, travelers typically experience one stopover on average.

How many hours is the flight from Phuket City to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Phuket City to Shanghai has a duration of approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. This covers an estimated distance of 3535 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to about 9 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Phuket City to Shanghai cost?

Historically, direct flights from Phuket City to Shanghai have been about 39% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $352, while connecting flights had a median price of $253. While direct flights do offer convenience, they represent a smaller share of the available options, at 22.4% of all flights. Travelers can save money by opting for a flight with one or more stops.

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Phuket City to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

For cheap flights from Phuket City to Shanghai, right now fares are near the typical level. Historically, prices for this route typically range from $245–$360, with a median of $331. Only 4% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai, the data shows that December and February stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $235. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $254. These months present the best opportunities for travelers seeking lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Phuket City to Shanghai takes approximately 5h 15m, including connections. A meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the remaining flights typically involve one stopover. This route covers a distance of 3535 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Phuket City to Shanghai

Regular price: $206 - $411

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

The regular price range for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai is between $206 and $411. The current lowest deal is $215 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 7.

now $215

Low $206

High $411

The cheapest time to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from HKT to SHA is March, with a median price of $184. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $354. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $184

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $354

Jan

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Direct flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phuket City to Shanghai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$487

$357

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$499

$332

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$418

$331

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$465

$316

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$439

$325

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malindo Airways

$417

$354

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$499 → $332

33%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$465 → $316

32%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$487 → $357

27%

4 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 13

$431 → $314

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai

Phuket City - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Phuket City to Shanghai are near the typical level of $331.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $184 from Phuket City to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 15m

A direct flight from Phuket City to Shanghai typically takes 5h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are available on 54.6% of recent routes, with 1 stopover on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has direct flights available for the Phuket City to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Phuket City main airports to depart from

Phuket International (HKT)

Cheapest

Phuket International Airport offers direct flights to Shanghai, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~27 km from Phuket City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, train, and metro)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

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 ~$289

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, booking your flight 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Phuket City to Shanghai route. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was around $284. In contrast, booking 7-13 days out saw average prices of $386, while flights booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $396. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to significant savings on your airfare.

A good deal for a flight from Phuket City to Shanghai is considered to be $245 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed across the trailing 90 days, meaning a quarter of all fares were at or below this amount. The median price for this route during the same period was $331, with prices reaching $360 at the 75th percentile. Aiming for fares at or below $245 will help ensure you're getting a competitive price.

Historically, December and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai, both with a median price of $235. October also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $254. The annual median price for this route is $331, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average. Planning your trip during these months could help you find more affordable airfare.

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Phuket City to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Phuket City to Shanghai

Regular price: $206 - $411

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

The regular price range for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai is between $206 and $411. The current lowest deal is $215 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 7.

now $215

Low $206

High $411

The cheapest time to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from HKT to SHA is March, with a median price of $184. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $354. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $184

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $354

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phuket City to Shanghai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$487

$357

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$499

$332

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$418

$331

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$465

$316

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$439

$325

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HKT - Shanghai

Phuket City (HKT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malindo Airways

$417

$354

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Phuket City to Shanghai

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$499 → $332

33%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$465 → $316

32%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$487 → $357

27%

4 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 13

$431 → $314

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Phuket City to Shanghai