Can I fly direct from Shanghai to Xiamen?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Xiamen are widely available. Historically, approximately 96.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For the small percentage of flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that finding a non-stop option for your journey is highly probable.

How many hours is the flight from Shanghai to Xiamen?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Xiamen has a median duration of 1 hour and 50 minutes. This route covers a distance of 804 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers prioritizing speed will find direct options to be considerably faster.

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

Historically, flights from Shanghai to Xiamen have frequently offered good prices. This route is classified as one with frequent deals. Travelers can typically find competitive fares when planning their trips. This consistent availability of good prices makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-25
SHA - Xiamen
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,412
CN¥698
Round trip
2026-08-18 – 2026-08-25
SHA - Xiamen
73% AI deal score
CN¥1,470
CN¥698
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2026-08-14 – 2026-08-25
SHA - Xiamen
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,331
CN¥698
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2026-08-10 – 2026-08-25
SHA - Xiamen
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,297
CN¥698
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-29
SHA - Xiamen
74% AI deal score
CN¥1,476
CN¥698
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Xiamen
75% AI deal score
CN¥1,577
CN¥698
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-26
SHA - Xiamen
74% AI deal score
CN¥1,543
CN¥698
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-29
SHA - Xiamen
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,310
CN¥698
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-22
SHA - Xiamen
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,361
CN¥698
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-26
SHA - Xiamen
77% AI deal score
CN¥1,319
CN¥698
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Shanghai to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen

A typical journey from Shanghai to Xiamen takes about 1h 50m, including any connections. This travel time reflects the median duration for flights on this route. The overall distance between Shanghai and Xiamen is 804 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to Xiamen, prices are typically $108–$287, with a median of $126. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 57% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen is often in June, with a median fare of $120. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $121. Another option is March, where the median fare is $272.

When flying from Shanghai to Xiamen, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 96.9% of recent fares being direct flights. This high percentage indicates that you will predominantly find direct flights from Shanghai to Xiamen, making for a more straightforward journey.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Xiamen

Regular price: CN¥1,115 - CN¥2,108

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen is CNY 1115 to CNY 2108. The current lowest deal is CNY 691 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 26.

now CN¥691

Low CN¥1,115

High CN¥2,108

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen is June, with a median price of $120. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $327. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥120

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥327

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Xiamen

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Xiamen

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xiamen

Shanghai (SHA) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,618

CN¥786

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Xiamen

Shanghai (PVG) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,359

CN¥698

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Xiamen

Shanghai (PVG) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,559

CN¥779

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Xiamen

Shanghai (PVG) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,582

CN¥779

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xiamen

Shanghai (SHA) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,360

CN¥691

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Xiamen

Shanghai (SHA) - Xiamen (XMN)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,306

CN¥691

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 15

CN¥1,609 → CN¥691

57%

5 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 15

CN¥1,597 → CN¥698

56%

2 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 15

CN¥1,599 → CN¥698

56%

4 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 26

CN¥1,585 → CN¥698

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen

Shanghai - Xiamen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Shanghai to Xiamen are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for prices near $120.

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $120 for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 50m.

The median flight time for direct flights from Shanghai to Xiamen is 1 hour 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

96.9% of recent flights are direct.

Most flights on this route are direct, with a 96.9% share over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights.

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Shanghai to Xiamen recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Consider PVG for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen, offering a potentially cheaper option for your journey.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Xiamen main airports to arrive at

Xiamen Gaoqi International (XMN)

Cheapest

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Xiamen.

📍 ~10 km from Xiamen (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Xiamen used as alternative

Quanzhou Jinjiang International (JJN)

Quanzhou Jinjiang International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and shared catchment area with Xiamen.

📍 ~70 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥956

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Xiamen

46% AI deal score

$872

$832

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Xiamen

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Shanghai to Xiamen is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $198. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $202, which is slightly higher. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out resulted in a significantly higher average price of $303, indicating that last-minute options can sometimes be more favorable than very early bookings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Xiamen is considered to be $108 or less. The median price observed for this route was $126. Prices can vary, with the 75th percentile reaching $287, indicating that a significant portion of fares are higher. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $108 threshold.

Historically, June and July have been the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen, with median prices of $120 and $121 respectively. In contrast, March has typically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $272. The annual median price for this route is $126. Planning your travel for the summer months could result in more economical fares.

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Shanghai to Xiamen: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Xiamen

Regular price: CN¥1,115 - CN¥2,108

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Xiamen is CNY 1115 to CNY 2108. The current lowest deal is CNY 691 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 26.

now CN¥691

Low CN¥1,115

High CN¥2,108

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Xiamen

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥120

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥327

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec