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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Shanghai to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 983. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Phuket.AED 786 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 12, returning Thu, May 14.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, May 12, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Thu, May 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 786, select.

Phuket.AED 786 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 9, returning Mon, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 786, select.

Phuket.AED 794 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 8, returning Wed, May 20.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, May 8, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Wed, May 20, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 794, select.

Phuket.AED 822 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 12, returning Fri, Aug 14.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Aug 12, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Fri, Aug 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 822, select.

Phuket.AED 822 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 3, returning Tue, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 822, select.

Phuket.AED 822 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 24, returning Wed, Jul 1.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Jun 24, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 822, select.

Phuket.AED 824 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 14, returning Sat, Nov 21.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Nov 14, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Sat, Nov 21, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 824, select.

Phuket.AED 839 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 6, returning Tue, Oct 13.Round-trip flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Tue, Oct 13, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 839, select.

Phuket.AED 843 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 25, returning Tue, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, May 25, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 843, select.

Phuket.AED 848 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 3, returning Mon, Jun 8.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 848, select.

Phuket.AED 894 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25, returning Sat, Sep 12.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Sat, Sep 12, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 894, select.

Phuket.AED 894 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 6, returning Sat, Sep 12.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, Sep 6, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Sat, Sep 12, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 894, select.

Phuket.AED 895 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25, returning Mon, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departing from Phuket on Mon, Aug 31, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 895, select.

Phuket.AED 924 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19, returning Wed, Oct 14.Round-trip flight with Spring Airlines and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Wed, Oct 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 924, select.

Phuket.AED 928 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 20, returning Mon, May 11.Round-trip flight with Thai AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Apr 20, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Phuket on Mon, May 11, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 928, select.

Phuket.AED 970 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 27, returning Wed, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with Thai AirAsia X and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Apr 27, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Phuket on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 970, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Phuket

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Shanghai to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 786
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	5 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	62

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Shanghai to Phuket?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Phuket is AED 786. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Phuket?

5 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Phuket?

China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Spring Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Phuket?

There are 31 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Phuket, as of March 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Phuket is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Phuket Airport on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is Shanghai's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT) jetting off from here.
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Phuket International Airport flight.
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Shanghai.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Phuket International Airport (HKT), with 31 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PVG to HKT is the 8:40am Spring Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 6:25pm with Shanghai Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to HKT.
Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

You can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
At PVG, there's a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport, including:
Shanghai Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from PVG to HKT.
Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 93.25% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to HKT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
- Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PVG arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Split up your flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and HKT are:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
SHA is about 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to HKT flight:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Phuket International Airport (HKT)

Have a late flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near HKT and be in snooze mode sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Phuket International Airport flight.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

From Phuket International Airport, central Phuket is around 32 kilometers away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

At the moment, AED 350 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 786. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to HKT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Shanghai to Phuket International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to HKT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Save money on your flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

February is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Plan your visit to Phuket in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Shanghai to HKT plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Phuket

Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Phuket International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phuket:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Phuket.

Explore more of Thailand

You've ticked off Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 161 kilometers northeast, Surat Thani is a must-see city that features attractions such as Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Around 193 kilometers east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favorite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.