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You can fly direct with Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines. Average duration is 5h 37m
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SHA - HKT
Cheapest • 4% average savings
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Shanghai Airlines
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
17 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK)
Cheapest • Avg ฿8,293 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 9h 15m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai to Phuket City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Phuket City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Phuket City. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Phuket City?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Phuket City at ฿9,356 return.
•October (฿18,578) and September (฿16,146) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Shanghai to Phuket City the cheapest?

Flights from Shanghai to Phuket City are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Shanghai to Phuket City flights

Low season

December
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Shanghai to Phuket City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Phuket City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai to Phuket City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai to Phuket City:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:00 and lands at 15:37
    • Latest: departs at 18:15 and lands at 23:52.

    The flight takes about 5h 37m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Shanghai to Phuket City.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    A direct flight from Shanghai to Phuket City takes 5h 37m, covering 5,657 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai to Phuket City flight?

    Return flights from Shanghai to Phuket City range from ฿10,130 to ฿16,466, with an average of ฿11,580 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿10,130 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Shanghai to Phuket City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the ฿11,580 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ฿8,293 return via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK), compared with ฿11,627 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    Shanghai Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Juneyao Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Shanghai to Phuket City flights are:

    • Shanghai Airlines: 85% on time
    • Juneyao Airlines: 83% on time
    • Spring Airlines: 72% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai to Phuket City spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Shanghai to Phuket City flights, with 75% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Phuket City?

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai to Phuket City route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Phuket City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai to Phuket City most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Shanghai to Phuket City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿10,809 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ฿14,997, a difference of ฿4,188.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    2 airlines operate flights between Shanghai and Phuket City. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Shanghai Airlines
    • Juneyao Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Shanghai to Phuket City?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 15m, compared to 9h 16m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 9h 20m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai and Phuket City?

    Phuket City is 1 hour behind Shanghai (Indochina Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Phuket City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Phuket City are Phuket Old Town, Phuket Town Night Market, and Baan Chinpracha. These are among the most viewed places in Phuket City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai to Phuket City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Spring Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Shanghai Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Shanghai to Phuket City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ฿10,809, which is about ฿4,188 less than Thursday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai to Phuket City trip for March. Fares historically average ฿9,356 return in that month – typically ฿9,221 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Shanghai Airlines. Over the past three months, 85% of Shanghai Airlines flights from Shanghai to Phuket City arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 05m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ฿8,293 return on this route – about ฿3,334 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Shanghai to Phuket City

Monday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Tuesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Wednesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Thursday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Friday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Saturday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Sunday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Direct returns

Phuket City to Shanghai

Monday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Tuesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Wednesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Thursday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Friday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Saturday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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Sunday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines,Spring Airlines

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