Shanghai, ChinaPhuket, Thailand

Flights from Shanghai to Phuket

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Phuket (HKT) take about 4h 55m (3,534 km). Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $88 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Phuket

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Jet plane at gate, Phuket International Airport, bright summer day. — arriving in Phuket

Airport transfer

HKT → Phuket, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — lounges at Shanghai Pudong Airport

Shanghai Pudong Airport · 16 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresHKT to Phuket: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Phuket →1 drop-off point

Things to book in Phuket

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Phuket Wildlife Watching 4.7 · 12 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Phuket

Carriers on PVG–HKT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Spring Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Juneyao Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Phuket

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The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Phuket flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Phuket?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Phuket (HKT) takes about 4h 55m, covering 3,534 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Shanghai from Phuket by air?

The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Phuket International Airport is 3,534 km (2,196 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Phuket?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–HKT route include Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Shanghai to Phuket cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–HKT was $88 USD with Spring Airlines (nonstop), departing 18 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Thailand?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Phuket?

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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