Find cheap airlines flights from Xiamen to Shanghai

You can choose from 8 airlines that fly from Xiamen to Shanghai, including China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines. Spring Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Juneyao Airlines logo Juneyao Airlines
Shandong Airlines logo Shandong Airlines
Spring Airlines logo Spring Airlines
Shanghai Airlines logo Shanghai Airlines
Air China logo Air China
Sichuan Airlines logo Sichuan Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Xiamen to Shanghai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Book direct flights from Xiamen to Shanghai: One way flights from $67, round trip flights from $133. Find flight deals for the next 3 months below.

Displayed flight fares from Xiamen to Shanghai are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight Info | Xiamen to Shanghai

The distance between Xiamen and Shanghai is approximately 795.39 km. It takes around 1 hour 49 minutes on average to fly from Xiamen to Shanghai. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight price$67
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$133
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance795.39 km
Average flight time1 hour 49 minutes
Popular airlineChina Eastern Airlines
Flight statistics for the Xiamen–Shanghai route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Xiamen to Shanghai

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Xiamen to Shanghai?

The average price of one-way flights from Xiamen to Shanghai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Xiamen to Shanghai is March, with an average price of $87; while the month with the highest flight price is usually August, with an average price of up to $141.

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$87
$60
    Cheapest
  • $140
    Jun
  • $132
    Jul
  • $141
    Aug
  • $123
    Sep
  • $104
    Oct
  • $92
    Nov
  • $88
    Dec
  • $98
    Jan
  • $129
    Feb
  • $87
    Mar
  • $103
    Apr
  • $106
    May

When is the cheapest day to fly from Xiamen to Shanghai during Juneteenth National Independence Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Xiamen to Shanghai during Juneteenth National Independence Day on Trip.com in the past 3 days.

Juneteenth National Independence Day is scheduled for Jun 19. The cheapest flights from Xiamen to Shanghai are available on Jun 16, with fares starting at $61.

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$84
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$38
  • $61
    16
    Jun
  • $85
    17
  • $107
    18
  • $74
    19
  • $91
    20
  • $96
    21

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Xiamen to Shanghai (XMN-SHA)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $67 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. XMN to PVG on Sat, Jun 27), while Spring Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $133 departing on Mon, Jun 15 and returning on Tue, Jun 16.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Xiamen to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Xiamen Airlines Juneyao Airlines Shandong Airlines Spring Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 1 hour 49 minutes to fly from Xiamen (XMN) to Shanghai (SHA).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Xiamen to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 230 flight per week flying from Xiamen to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Juneyao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- HO7259 (21:04) Juneyao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- HO7279 (19:04) Air China: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CA3224 (22:03)
  • To find best deals on flights from Xiamen to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Jun 27, with one-way flights priced at just $67.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Xiamen to Shanghai is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Xiamen to Shanghai on June 27, 2026 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at $67.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (XMN-SHA) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
  • The time difference between Shanghai and Xiamen is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flights from Xiamen to Shanghai 

Shanghai, the largest city of the People’s Republic of China is situated in the middle eastern part of the country. Shanghai is the biggest economic and trade centre of China which shares its coastal line with the East China Sea. Skyscrapers, modern technologies, stylish lifestyle, newfangled public transports are few of the top attractions of the city. Shanghai is not only limited to its ultra-modern facilities but also it is one of the biggest cultural hubs of China. You can find some of the indigenous dialects of the old Mandarin language here. Culturally and technologically enriched Shanghai is never far from its colonial history. If you take a tour towards the downtown of the city, you can find a number of primaeval sites, quiet roads which still represent its ancient time.

Tip: Don’t forget to take a public transportation card, which saves a lot of time as well as money. If you are planning to visit the downtown area, hire a bike and roam around.

Fly from Xiamen to Shanghai

There are two airports in Shanghai; Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Most of the domestic flights from Xiamen to Shanghai are served by Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. There are almost 20 direct flights to Shanghai from Xiamen which run on a daily basis. Air carrier companies like- Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Xiamen Airlines; China Southern Airlines are top providers of Xiamen to Shanghai flights. Spring Airlines give some of the best deals of cheap flights from Xiamen to its customers. The fastest flight run by Shanghai Airlines from Xiamen to Shanghai takes around 1 hour 45 minutes. 

Tip: If you are a budget traveller; try booking your flights at least 4 weeks prior to your date of journey. It will make your flight ticket much more affordable.

Places to visit in Shanghai 

Ranked as one of the most modern and happening cities of the world, Shanghai has a lot to offer to its visitors. Some of the tallest buildings of the world; World Financial Centre, Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl TV Tower are situated here. Choose any one from these skyscrapers; grab a place on its deck and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. Love speed? You must take a ride on the world’s fastest train Shanghai Maglev Train. If you get bored with the fast-paced city life; head towards the downtown area and start exploring the local lifestyle along with some ancient sites like Jade Buddha Park. You can take a one-hour train ride to Hangzhou or Suzhou and enjoy the laid-back lifestyles of the locals along with some authentic Chinese cuisine and culture.

Tips: One of the best times to visit Shanghai is the warm weather when you will find some of the most beautiful landscapes in the downtown area. Shanghai is considered as an expensive place to stay; travelling like a local is highly recommended for the budget travellers. 

Staying in Shanghai

There is a wide range of places to stay in Shanghai depending on your requirements. If you want to get close to the local culture; book your hotel in the old town area. On the contrary, if you are a compulsive shopper; then try finding places in South Shanghai. Other than these areas, Pudong, West Shanghai, and Jiangan are also popular localities to book your accommodation.  

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.