Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Quanzhou?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou are available. Historically, approximately 39.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers was 1 across the trailing 90 days.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou?

Historically, good prices on flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou have been frequent. This route is classified as offering frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Q: How long is the flight from Shanghai to Quanzhou?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Quanzhou has a duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 761 kilometers. Flights with one stop historically take longer, with a median duration of 10 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct travel for this route.

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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-17
SHA - Quanzhou
69% AI deal score
CN¥1,222
CN¥853
Round trip
2026-10-09 – 2026-10-10
SHA - Quanzhou
69% AI deal score
CN¥1,221
CN¥853
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-17
SHA - Quanzhou
49% AI deal score
CN¥1,150
CN¥853
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-10
SHA - Quanzhou
70% AI deal score
CN¥1,248
CN¥873
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-23
SHA - Quanzhou
48% AI deal score
CN¥1,202
CN¥920
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-23
SHA - Quanzhou
46% AI deal score
CN¥1,089
CN¥920
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2026-07-28 – 2026-07-29
SHA - Quanzhou
72% AI deal score
CN¥1,392
CN¥941
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2026-07-27 – 2026-07-29
SHA - Quanzhou
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CN¥1,431
CN¥941
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2026-08-23 – 2026-08-27
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CN¥941
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Shanghai to Quanzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou

The journey from Shanghai to Quanzhou covers a distance of 761 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between these two cities. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou, understanding the typical price range and flight characteristics can help in planning.

Fares for this route typically range from $148 to $377, with a median price of $215. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to book. Approximately 16% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals are available if you monitor the market. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so frequent checks can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Quanzhou? The data indicates that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $170. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $206, and July is also a good option with a median of $213. Focusing your travel during these months could result in lower costs for your trip.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 39.8% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou are available, you are more likely to encounter itineraries with at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Quanzhou? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 8 hours and 45 minutes. This median duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, so direct flight times would be shorter.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Quanzhou

Regular price: CN¥1,177 - CN¥1,948

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou is CNY 1177 to CNY 1948. The current lowest deal is CNY 888 with Spring Airlines for travel from Jul 16-Jul 21.

now CN¥888

Low CN¥1,177

High CN¥1,948

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Quanzhou

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Jinjiang is June, with a median price of $170. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $755. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥170

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥755

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Quanzhou

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,659

CN¥941

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,332

CN¥948

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,302

CN¥948

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,274

CN¥955

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,435

CN¥962

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Quanzhou

Shanghai (SHA) - Quanzhou (JJN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,267

CN¥989

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

CN¥2,540 → CN¥1,212

52%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

CN¥2,310 → CN¥1,361

41%

3 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 9

CN¥1,659 → CN¥941

43%

1 night

Aug 26 - Aug 27

CN¥1,494 → CN¥907

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Quanzhou

Shanghai - Quanzhou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $170 for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 45m

The median flight time for this route is 8 hours and 45 minutes, classifying it as short-haul.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Approximately 39.8% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines provides direct flight options for the Shanghai to Quanzhou route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is a convenient option for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$131

Quanzhou main airports to arrive at

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Cheapest

Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport is a great choice for direct access to Quanzhou.

📍 ~10 km from Quanzhou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Airports nearby Quanzhou used as alternative

Xiamen Gaoqi International (XMN)

Cheapest

Xiamen Gaoqi International is a major international hub with higher flight frequency and more destination options.

📍 ~60 km from Quanzhou (reachable by car or high-speed rail).

💸 Flights from ~$116

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quanzhou

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Quanzhou, China

45% AI deal score

$1,103

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quanzhou

Historically, the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou is typically 0-6 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this window had an average price of $190. Booking 60+ days out, by contrast, saw average prices rise to $564. This indicates that last-minute booking tends to be more economical for this route.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Quanzhou is considered to be $148 or less. The median price for this route was $215 during the same period. Prices above $377 were observed in the higher quartile of fares.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Quanzhou, with a median price of $170. May also offered competitive prices, with a median of $206. The annual median price for this route was $215, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average.

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Shanghai to Quanzhou: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Quanzhou

Regular price: CN¥1,177 - CN¥1,948

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Quanzhou is CNY 1177 to CNY 1948. The current lowest deal is CNY 888 with Spring Airlines for travel from Jul 16-Jul 21.

now CN¥888

Low CN¥1,177

High CN¥1,948

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Quanzhou

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥170

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥755

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec