Shantou to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Shantou (SWA) to Shanghai (SHA) connect CN and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,003 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SWA and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Shantou. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Shantou, CN
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 1,003 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 hours
- Origin codes
- SWA
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shantou to Shanghai
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Route overview
Shantou to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between CN and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SWA and SHA. Related codes: SWA → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,003 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shantou airports and metro codes: SWA.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Shantou, other destinations from Shantou, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shantou to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai typically take about 2 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shantou to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Shantou and Shanghai is approximately 1,003 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shantou to Shanghai?
Shantou is commonly searched with code SWA (related: SWA). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Shantou to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Shantou?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Shantou. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,003 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shantou to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects CN (Shantou) with China (Shanghai).