What percentage of Shanghai to Sanya flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 37.3% of flights from Shanghai to Sanya are direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This data reflects the typical flight options available for this route over a 90-day period. Travelers can consider this percentage when planning their journey and deciding between direct and connecting flights.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Sanya?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Sanya has a median duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to 9 hours and 35 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1896 kilometers. These durations provide a general expectation for travel time on this route, depending on whether a direct or connecting flight is chosen.

How often do Shanghai to Sanya flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Shanghai to Sanya route are classified as experiencing frequent price drops. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day window. Travelers on this route may find opportunities to secure better deals due to these regular price fluctuations. Monitoring prices can be beneficial for those seeking more favorable fares.

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2026-08-30 – 2026-09-03
SHA - Sanya
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CN¥1,857
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Shanghai to Sanya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Sanya

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Sanya connect at least once, with only 37.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you'll likely encounter a layover on your journey, so factoring in connection times is important when planning your trip.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Sanya takes 3h 35m, including connections. This medium-haul route covers a distance of 1896 km. Understanding the total travel time, including any potential layovers, helps in scheduling your trip efficiently.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sanya? The data shows that June is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $140. Following closely are July, with a median fare of $174, and May, with a median fare of $178. Focusing on these months can help you find more budget-friendly options.

Fares for cheap flights from Shanghai to Sanya typically range from $173–$614, with a median of $322. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal might require some flexibility or monitoring. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Sanya

Regular price: CN¥1,393 - CN¥2,515

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 1393 to CNY 2515. The current lowest deal is CNY 1009 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 11-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,009

Low CN¥1,393

High CN¥2,515

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sanya

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Sanya is June, with a median price of $140. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $762. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥140

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥762

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Sanya

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Sanya

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sanya

Shanghai (SHA) - Sanya (SYX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,325

CN¥1,456

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Sanya

Shanghai (PVG) - Sanya (SYX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,140

CN¥1,503

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Sanya

Shanghai (PVG) - Sanya (SYX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥2,134

CN¥1,402

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sanya

Shanghai (SHA) - Sanya (SYX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,719

CN¥1,341

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sanya

Shanghai (SHA) - Sanya (SYX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,821

CN¥1,341

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sanya

Shanghai (SHA) - Sanya (SYX)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,679

CN¥1,341

One-way

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

6 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 17

CN¥2,994 → CN¥1,883

37%

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

CN¥1,892 → CN¥1,009

47%

2 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 29

CN¥2,325 → CN¥1,456

37%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

CN¥1,941 → CN¥1,145

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Sanya

Shanghai - Sanya route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Shanghai to Sanya are above the typical level, with a median price of $322.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, June offers the lowest median price at $140, compared to February's $762.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 35m.

The typical flight duration for this route is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Only 37.3% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, flight deals for this route appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Cheapest

Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International for a convenient departure to Sanya, offering a good value.

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

💸 Flights from ~$185

Sanya main airports to arrive at

Sanya Phoenix International (SYX)

Cheapest

Sanya Phoenix International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to Sanya.

📍 ~10 km from Sanya (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$185

Airports nearby Sanya used as alternative

Haikou Meilan International (HAK)

Haikou Meilan International is a primary international hub for Hainan province with extensive route network.

📍 ~250 km from Sanya (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,274

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sanya

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sanya

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Sanya is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $150. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $287, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $317. These trends are based on pricing data collected across a trailing 90-day period, indicating that last-minute deals can sometimes be found, but planning slightly in advance often yields better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Sanya is considered to be $173 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $322. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $614 or less. Aiming for prices at or below the $173 threshold indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, June has shown to be the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Sanya, with a median price of $140. July also offers competitive prices, with a median of $174, followed by May at a median of $178. These figures are based on data collected over a 270-day window, with the overall annual median price for this route being $322. Travelers looking for more economical options may find these months particularly advantageous.

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Shanghai to Sanya: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Sanya

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Sanya

Regular price: CN¥1,393 - CN¥2,515

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 1393 to CNY 2515. The current lowest deal is CNY 1009 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 11-Sep 21.

now CN¥1,009

Low CN¥1,393

High CN¥2,515

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sanya

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥140

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥762

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