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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Connecting flights may sometimes offer lower fares, especially if you are willing to have a layover. Evaluate your priorities between cost savings and travel efficiency.

Can flexible travel dates help on Quanzhou to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by even a day or two may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Quanzhou 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 also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Quanzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

For flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai, fares typically range from $147–$872, with a median price of $308. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, and about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps in securing better rates.

When considering cheap flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai, the most affordable months to fly are August, with a median fare of $133, followed by September at $176, and October at $251. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

The typical journey time for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai is 1h 35m. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 773 kilometers.

Regarding direct flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai, almost all itineraries are non-stop, accounting for 75.4% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥867 - CN¥1,263

Prices for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 867-1263. The current lowest deal is CNY 827 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 9.

now CN¥827

Low CN¥867

High CN¥1,263

The cheapest time to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Jining to Shanghai is August, with a median price of $133. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $251. Prices are generally lower from July to September.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥133

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥251

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥970

CN¥1,094

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

CN¥1,113 → CN¥827

26%

5 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 1

CN¥1,207 → CN¥1,167

5 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 24

CN¥2,137 → CN¥2,174

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

CN¥1,267 → CN¥1,314

Popular Airports to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Quanzhou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai, with a median price of $133.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m.

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Quanzhou to Shanghai is 1h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

Historically, 75.4% of flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are direct, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Quanzhou to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are rare.

Quanzhou main airports to depart from

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Cheapest

Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from Quanzhou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥724

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a good option for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥724

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International offers extensive routes and high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥897

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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From JJN

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Dec 09

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$926

$907

Save $19

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Business Class

From JJN

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Dec 14

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$923

$907

Save $16

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

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Dec 09

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$928

$907

Save $21

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

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Dec 09

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$921

$907

Save $14

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Nov 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,038

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Nov 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,038

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,093

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 19

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,093

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

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Feb 26

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,095

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

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Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 19

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

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 platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or more competitive pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings could make it worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and time, including transportation to and from the alternative airports.

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Quanzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

The typical journey time for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai is 1h 35m. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 773 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥867 - CN¥1,263

Prices for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 867-1263. The current lowest deal is CNY 827 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 9.

now CN¥827

Low CN¥867

High CN¥1,263

The cheapest time to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥133

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥251

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥929

CN¥1,087

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JJN - Shanghai

Quanzhou (JJN) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥970

CN¥1,094

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

CN¥1,113 → CN¥827

26%

5 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 1

CN¥1,207 → CN¥1,167

5 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 24

CN¥2,137 → CN¥2,174

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

CN¥1,267 → CN¥1,314

Popular Airports to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Quanzhou - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai, with a median price of $133.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m.

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Quanzhou to Shanghai is 1h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

Historically, 75.4% of flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are direct, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Quanzhou to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are rare.

Quanzhou main airports to depart from

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Cheapest

Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from Quanzhou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥724

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a good option for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥724

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International offers extensive routes and high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,038

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Nov 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,038

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,093

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 19

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,093

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,095

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 19

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From JJN

Elite

Dec 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,100

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Quanzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Quanzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Quanzhou to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Quanzhou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 35m.

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are rare on this route.

Quanzhou 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

Dec 09

Dec 14

Dec 09

Dec 09

Nov 24

Nov 24

Dec 24

Dec 19

Feb 26

Dec 24

Dec 19

Dec 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Quanzhou to Shanghai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Quanzhou

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Quanzhou to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Quanzhou to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Direct flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Quanzhou to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Quanzhou to Shanghai

Quanzhou - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 35m.

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are rare on this route.

Quanzhou 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

Dec 09

Dec 14

Dec 09

Dec 09

Nov 24

Nov 24

Dec 24

Dec 19

Feb 26

Dec 24

Dec 19

Dec 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai?

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