On this page, you can find and book flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai. Covering a distance of 756 km, this is a popular domestic route with approximately 31 flights per week, providing great flexibility when choosing your departure time.
Direct flights on this route are provided by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and XiamenAir. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and checking transportation information for Quanzhou and Shanghai to help plan your trip.
The table shows direct flights Quanzhou → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines. Departures from Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Quanzhou — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 348 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,688 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Quanzhou → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 561 | high | May | AED 549 | high | Sep | AED 484 | medium |
| Feb | AED 591 | high | Jun | AED 413 | low | Oct | AED 591 | high |
| Mar | AED 402 | low | Jul | AED 561 | high | Nov | AED 402 | low |
| Apr | AED 461 | medium | Aug | AED 573 | high | Dec | AED 443 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
According to climate data, the hottest months in Shanghai are July and August, with temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C, while June is the wettest month. The city is at its coldest in January, when the average minimum drops to 2.2°C.
The most affordable tickets are offered in July, with prices starting AED 349. The peak price period occurs in May, when the cost of flying increases and starts AED 1,688.
An ideal time for your trip would be October or November, when the weather is dry and temperatures are comfortable. It is recommended to avoid the spring months if you are looking for the most budget-friendly fares.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, the key carriers being Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and XiamenAir. The route is primarily served by high-frequency direct flights, with approximately 31 departures per week. To see a detailed schedule for specific days and choose the best option, please check the airline cards below.
Flights Quanzhou — Shanghai depart from Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 756 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, not including taxiing time at the airport.
Regular flights from Quanzhou to Shanghai are operated by airlines such as Shanghai Airlines (FM), China Eastern Airlines (MU), and XiamenAir (MF).
Yes, there is a large number of direct flights on this route — averaging about 31 departures per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and booking time. You can check the current minimum price for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Most flights from Quanzhou arrive at Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), which is conveniently located closer to the city center.
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