Flying from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Xiamen.
Flights from XMN to SHA start from 07:00 — the earliest with Xiamen Airlines. The last departure is at 21:50 with Spring Airlines. In total, you can choose from 396 weekly Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flights.
Your XMN to SHA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Spring Airlines.
Shanghai Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for XMN to SHA flights, with 89.08% of services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Right now, $78 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $155. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from XMN to SHA, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
XMN is located at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.03% of flights that take off from XMN arrive at their destination on time.
Central Xiamen to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near XMN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
If you're landing on a late Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near SHA:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Increase your likelihood of securing a great deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from XMN to SHA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.