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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more budget-friendly, especially for longer distances. Weigh the trade-off between cost savings and travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Krabi flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock more economical fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Krabi 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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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Krabi

2026-09-18 – 2026-09-27
SHA - Krabi
75% AI deal score
CN¥2,065
CN¥1,647
Round trip
2026-09-19 – 2026-09-27
SHA - Krabi
74% AI deal score
CN¥2,079
CN¥1,707
Round trip
2026-09-12 – 2026-09-19
SHA - Krabi
81% AI deal score
CN¥2,360
CN¥1,768
Round trip
2026-09-17 – 2026-09-30
SHA - Krabi
72% AI deal score
CN¥1,972
CN¥1,802
Round trip
2026-09-17 – 2026-09-24
SHA - Krabi
75% AI deal score
CN¥2,181
CN¥1,802
Round trip
2026-09-18 – 2026-09-21
SHA - Krabi
80% AI deal score
CN¥2,356
CN¥1,808
Round trip
2026-09-17 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Krabi
75% AI deal score
CN¥2,264
CN¥1,808
Round trip
2026-09-14 – 2026-09-24
SHA - Krabi
74% AI deal score
CN¥2,126
CN¥1,808
Round trip
2026-09-14 – 2026-09-30
SHA - Krabi
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,025
CN¥1,808
Round trip
2026-09-07 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Krabi
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,142
CN¥1,815
Round trip

Shanghai to Krabi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Right now, only 4% of recent fares from Shanghai to Krabi are classified as a good price. For cheap flights from Shanghai to Krabi, prices typically range from $441–$461, with a median of $452. Current fares are near the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings can emerge frequently.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi, January stands out with a median fare of $139. Other favorable months include October, with a median fare of $170, and December, where the median fare is $218. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the typical fare range.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Krabi takes about 24h 40m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Krabi, so travelers should expect a journey involving at least two stops.

The route from Shanghai to Krabi covers a distance of 3459 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically necessitates connecting flights, contributing to the longer overall journey times observed for this route.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Krabi

Regular price: CN¥1,718 - CN¥4,418

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

The regular price range for this route is from CNY 1718 to CNY 4418. The current lowest deal is CNY 1646 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Sep 18-Sep 27.

now CN¥1,646

Low CN¥1,718

High CN¥4,418

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Karlovy Vary is January, with a median price of $139. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $461. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥139

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥461

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

MyTravel Airways

China Eastern Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Krabi

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

CN¥3,292

CN¥4,846

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,331

CN¥1,882

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,178

CN¥1,794

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,175

CN¥1,868

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,175

CN¥1,915

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,384

CN¥1,936

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

CN¥2,996 → CN¥2,123

29%

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

CN¥3,053 → CN¥2,271

26%

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,694 → CN¥1,982

26%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

CN¥2,745 → CN¥2,036

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Shanghai - Krabi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Krabi are near the typical level, with 4% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $139.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 24h 40m with connections

Flights from Shanghai to Krabi typically take 24h 40m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available on this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais has 45 direct deals

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais offers the most direct deals on this route with 45.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Krabi are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,640

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Shanghai to Krabi.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,057

Krabi main airports to arrive at

Krabi (KBV)

Cheapest

Krabi Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Krabi.

📍 ~9 km from Krabi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,640

Airports nearby Krabi used as alternative

Phuket International (HKT)

Cheapest

Phuket International is a major international hub with extensive flight options, useful for Krabi travelers.

📍 ~150 km from Krabi (reachable by 2-3 hour drive, but expect heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,344

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Krabi

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Best Elite deals to Krabi

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From SHA

Elite

Sep 05

Krabi, Thailand

87% AI deal score

$1,916

$1,213

Save $703

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 19

Krabi, Thailand

86% AI deal score

$1,813

$1,217

Save $596

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 01

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,719

$1,202

Save $517

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 05

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,756

$1,205

Save $551

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 01

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,776

$1,210

Save $566

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 01

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,742

$1,210

Save $532

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 01

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,747

$1,210

Save $537

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 05

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,770

$1,213

Save $557

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 05

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,781

$1,213

Save $568

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Sep 03

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,750

$1,217

Save $533

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 13

Krabi, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,857

$1,288

Save $569

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Sep 13

Krabi, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,745

$1,288

Save $457

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Krabi

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites. Using flight comparison tools can help you see different options in one place. Being flexible with your travel dates and times may also reveal lower fares.

Booking in advance can sometimes secure better prices, though last-minute deals occasionally appear. Prices often fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings can sometimes be more economical than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always consider the total cost and convenience when choosing.

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Shanghai to Krabi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Krabi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Krabi

Regular price: CN¥1,718 - CN¥4,418

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

The regular price range for this route is from CNY 1718 to CNY 4418. The current lowest deal is CNY 1646 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Sep 18-Sep 27.

now CN¥1,646

Low CN¥1,718

High CN¥4,418

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

January

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥139

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥461

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

MyTravel Airways

China Eastern Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Krabi

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

CN¥3,292

CN¥4,846

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,331

CN¥1,882

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,178

CN¥1,794

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,175

CN¥1,868

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,175

CN¥1,915

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Krabi

Shanghai (PVG) - Krabi (KBV)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,384

CN¥1,936

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

CN¥2,996 → CN¥2,123

29%

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

CN¥3,053 → CN¥2,271

26%

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,694 → CN¥1,982

26%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

CN¥2,745 → CN¥2,036

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Shanghai - Krabi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Krabi are near the typical level, with 4% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $139.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 24h 40m with connections

Flights from Shanghai to Krabi typically take 24h 40m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available on this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais has 45 direct deals

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais offers the most direct deals on this route with 45.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Krabi are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,640

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Shanghai to Krabi.

📍 ~14 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,057

Krabi main airports to arrive at

Krabi (KBV)

Cheapest

Krabi Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Krabi.

📍 ~9 km from Krabi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,640

Airports nearby Krabi used as alternative

Phuket International (HKT)

Cheapest

Phuket International is a major international hub with extensive flight options, useful for Krabi travelers.

Krabi, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,745

$1,288

Save $457

Hainan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Krabi

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Krabi

Shanghai to Krabi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Krabi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Krabi

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Direct flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Krabi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Shanghai - Krabi route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Typically 24h 40m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais has 45 direct deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Krabi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Krabi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Krabi

Best Elite deals to Krabi

Sep 05

Sep 19

Sep 01

Sep 05

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 05

Sep 05

Sep 03

Sep 13

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Krabi

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Krabi?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Krabi?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Krabi flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Krabi from other cities

Shanghai to Krabi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Krabi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Krabi

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Direct flights from Shanghai to Krabi

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Krabi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Krabi

Shanghai - Krabi route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Typically 24h 40m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais has 45 direct deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Krabi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Krabi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Krabi

Best Elite deals to Krabi

Sep 05

Sep 19

Sep 01

Sep 05

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 05

Sep 05

Sep 03

Sep 13

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Krabi

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Krabi?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Krabi?

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