There are most likely no direct flights on the Shanghai — Koh Samui route
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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Koh Samui, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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There are most likely no direct flights on the Shanghai — Koh Samui route
There appear to be no non-stop flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui at this time.... Well, or something went wrong on our side and we couldn't find anything
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More than 7 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui, including Spring Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Lion Air, China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and Vietnam Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $179, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui departs on 09/03/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $179
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui departs on 09/12/2026, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $398
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui takes 7h 25m
There are no direct flights on this route.
The distance between Shanghai and Koh Samui is 3270km (2027 miles). The average flight duration is 11h 20m. The time difference between Shanghai and Koh Samui is 1h
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Koh Samui according to data for the last 48 hours costs $179
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Koh Samui is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui can be found flying in these months: September, August, November.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui start from 7 hours 25 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Koh Samui:
The cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui ranges from $194 (September 2026) to $252 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $221–$453.
On the Shanghai — Koh Samui route, ticket prices are stable. Whichever month you choose, the difference will be minimal.
There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in August 2026–September 2026 (averaging $194) and slightly more in December 2026–January 2027 ($238). But overall, the difference is small.
On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 19%. Book whenever it's convenient.
Monthly price variation is just 9.8%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.
