Which airports can I use when flying from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

Flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai usually depart from Ko Samui (USM) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai.

Which airports do connecting flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai pass through?

Most connecting flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai pass through Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Ko Samui to Shanghai route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ฿19,735 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ฿20,724, a difference of ฿988. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Nanjing Road, The Bund, and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Ko Samui to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 5,261 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Ko Samui to Shanghai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿13,179 to ฿111,734. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Ko Samui to Shanghai looking right now?

One-way fares from Ko Samui to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿10,826, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Ko Samui and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 1 hour ahead of Ko Samui (China Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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Cheapest return flight

฿13,179

Typical prices: ฿19,725-฿20,723

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USM - PVG • 1 stop

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Sun 1 Nov - Mon 9 Nov

07:55 - 21:35USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun

06:55 - 19:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

13h 55m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿13,179Multiple Airlines

Sun 1 Nov - Mon 9 Nov

15:35 - 21:00USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Shenzhen

20:00 - 13:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

18h 30m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿13,245Multiple Airlines

Mon 23 Nov - Mon 30 Nov

07:00 - 20:20USM Ko Samui-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12h 20m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun

11:50 - 07:10SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-USM Ko Samui

20h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿13,442Multiple Airlines

Sun 1 Nov - Mon 9 Nov

21:10 - 14:05USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

15h 55m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

07:50 - 17:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

10h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿13,508Multiple Airlines

Sun 1 Nov - Mon 9 Nov

21:10 - 14:05USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

15h 55m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

07:50 - 15:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

8h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿13,739Multiple Airlines

Mon 23 Nov - Mon 30 Nov

20:30 - 06:55USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

9h 25m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

07:50 - 20:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

13h 40m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿14,464Multiple Airlines

Mon 23 Nov - Mon 30 Nov

20:30 - 21:35USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 05m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun

06:55 - 20:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

14h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿14,596Multiple Airlines

Fri 23 Oct - Fri 30 Oct

06:00 - 20:45USM Ko Samui-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

18:10 - 07:10SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-USM Ko Samui

14h 00m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿15,024Multiple Airlines

Sun 1 Nov - Mon 9 Nov

14:15 - 01:30USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

10h 15m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

08:20 - 19:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

12h 30m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿16,078Multiple Airlines

Mon 23 Nov - Sun 29 Nov

07:00 - 19:55USM Ko Samui-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Kunming Changshui

02:40 - 10:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-USM Ko Samui

8h 45m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿16,572Multiple Airlines

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What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Ko Samui to Shanghai?

Flights via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ฿20,384. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Ko Samui to Shanghai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) had the shortest average connection time for Ko Samui to Shanghai stopovers at 333 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Ko Samui to Shanghai?
Flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai usually depart from Ko Samui (USM) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai.
Which airports do connecting flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai pass through?
Most connecting flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai pass through Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ko Samui to Shanghai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Ko Samui to Shanghai route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ฿19,735 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ฿20,724, a difference of ฿988. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?
Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Nanjing Road, The Bund, and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Ko Samui to Shanghai?
A direct flight from Ko Samui to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 5,261 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ko Samui to Shanghai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Ko Samui to Shanghai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿13,179 to ฿111,734. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Ko Samui to Shanghai looking right now?
One-way fares from Ko Samui to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿10,826, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Ko Samui and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 1 hour ahead of Ko Samui (China Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average ฿19,735 – about ฿988 less than Tuesday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

· Dazhong Airport Hotel
· Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

· Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
· Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
· Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

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