Travelling from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Sanya and Shanghai share the same timezone, UTC+8.
There are 58 Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flights every week.
To ensure you catch your SYX to SHA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Shanghai holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of China:
Juneyao Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a dependable 89.92% of services arriving as planned, Shanghai Airlines has the best on-time record for SYX to SHA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SYX and SHA:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Changsha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
103 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight. A return flight starts from 193 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYX to SHA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Sanya Airport (SYX)
The address for SYX is Fenghuang Rd.
80% of flights departing from Sanya Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SYX.
Sanya Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sanya. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near SYX? If you're catching an early flight from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SHA instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
Book your vehicle from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
From Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Sanya Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SYX to SHA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.