Cheap flight from Hong Kong to Sanya from $120

Sanya, the southernmost city on the Hainan Island of China, offers a great beach getaway for those on the lookout for a stress-buster. Known as Hawaii of the East, famous for its pristine white sand beaches and clear waters, local and international tourists flock here for a relaxing time in the lovely natural surroundings. Always popular with locals, it was the Russians who made this city an international vacation spot. You can just relax and enjoy the comfortable tropical weather, with an average temperature of around 26 deg C. Explore its 50km coastline dedicated to tourism with beautiful infrastructure built for the convenience of tourists. Apart from beaches, this region abounds in tropical forests waiting for exploration by nature-lovers.    

Getting Around in Sanya

Public transport in Sanya is convenient with buses networking the city, especially the coastal beach areas from the city center. Bus 27 serves Yalong Bay from the city center. The bus fares can be as cheap as CNY 2.

Taxi is another convenient option for commuting between the beaches in the city. For those who prefer to drive around with their families, rental cars are on offer in many places in the city. 

Tips: While traveling by bus, request the driver to stop at your destination by saying ‘xiache’.

Flight to Sanya

Sanya Phoenix International airport, SYX, located 15 km northwest of the city center, is the primary gateway to Sanya. A direct flight to Sanya takes about 100 minutes from Hong Kong and is operated by Hong Kong Airlines. Many airlines including China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Cathay Pacific operate on the Hong Kong to Sanya route.

SYX is the second busiest airport in this part of China. The airport handles more than 50 domestic and 20 international direct flights to Sanya every day. Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Sanya are offered by a few low-cost airlines. 

You can reach the city from Sanya Phoenix International airport by airport shuttle, public bus, airport taxis, and rental cars. A taxi ride takes about 20 minutes to the city center and costs CNY 30, while a bus ride costs between CNY 4 and 15. 

Tips: If possible, visit in April, September, November, or December to experience the local festivals.

Places of Interest in Sanya

The city has 5 gorgeous beaches where the visitors can relax, play, swim, have adventure sports, or enjoy beach food. Yalong Bay is a lovely 7 km long coastline and a tropical forest area combined, a must-visit place. This is nature at its best with more than 320 plant and animal species, plus a bonus of a panoramic view of the region atop the pagoda.

A few other attractions are the Buddhist Nanshan Temple, Luhuitou Park, Yanoda Rainforest Cultural tourism zone, Tianya Haijiao, end of the world, beach, and many more attractions in the region takes your breath away and makes you extend your stay here. 

Tips: Follow the safety instructions at all places of attraction.  

Shopping and Dining in Sanya

Sanya is one of the largest duty-free centers in China. You can visit Haitang Bay international duty-free complex to get anything under the sun and also some entertainment. Other options are Dadonghai Summer and international shopping malls, and Mangroves Luxuries Centre. 

Sanya has become the dining and wining capital of the region, with visitors having a wide choice, from high-end food in 5-star hotels to small local food joints. You can find international gourmet food from across the world here in this city. 

You can stay in Sanya in high-end luxurious 5-star beach hotels or even in budget backpackers’ hostels as per your budget. 

Tips: Shop for local souvenirs like seashell products and handicrafts

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