$209 Cheap Flights from Xiamen (XMN) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Cheap Flights from Xiamen to Shanghai (XMN-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $209 for one-way flights and $426 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 22
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$426 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$426
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $426 found 4 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$427 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$427
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $427 found 12 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$435 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$435
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $435 found 12 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$454 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$454
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $454 found 6 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$458 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$458
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $458 found 12 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$459 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$459
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $459 found 6 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 22
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$463 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $463 found 4 days ago
Juneyao Air
Tue, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 27
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$463 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $463 found 6 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$466 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$466
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $466 found 12 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$502 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $502 found 6 days ago
Shanghai Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$508 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$508
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Shanghai Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $508 found 6 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 27
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$511 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$511
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $511 found 6 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$515 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$515
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $515 found 12 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 22
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$527 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$527
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $527 found 4 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$528 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$528
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $528 found 12 hours ago
Juneyao Air
Fri, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 22
XMN
Xiamen
SHA
Shanghai
$564 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$564
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Xiamen to Shanghai, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $564 found 4 days ago

Alternative airports near Shanghai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $486
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $486
Flights from Xiamen (XMN) to Shanghai (SHA)
Origin airport
Xiamen Intl.
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Shanghai Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Roundtrip price
$426
Distance
500 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 44 mins

Xiamen to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Xiamen to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Xiamen to Shanghai are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Xiamen to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Xiamen to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Xiamen to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Xiamen to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Xiamen to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $209 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Xiamen to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Xiamen to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $209 or cheap return flight from $426 from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Traveling in November is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between XMN and SHA. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
When taking off from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN), 6 carriers can take you directly to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) without any stopovers, including:

  • Xiamen Airlines
  • China Eastern Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • Shanghai Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Shandong Airlines and Juneyao Airlines are some popular carriers offering reasonable fares. Don't forget that flight prices from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) can change based on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a XMN to SHA flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Every day on average, 21 direct flights operate from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA). Choose the departure time that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
More passengers fly between XMN and SHA at 9 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from XMN to SHA?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA).
What is the earliest flight from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC+8, departing from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN). You'll be traveling for roughly 1h 50m, arriving at Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) at approximately 8:50AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Flights from XMN to SHA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 46 minutes. The total distance between the two is 500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
To land at Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN)?
Board a direct flight from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Shanghai and land at Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA). An alternative entry point into this destination is Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) last-minute?
Booking your flight from XMN to SHA right before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a XMN to SHA flight and hotel package?
Booking a XMN to SHA flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Xiamen Intl. Airport (XMN) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
If you booked your XMN to SHA flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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