Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui Starting at $171

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$171

Thai AirAsia X
Thai AirAsia X
1 transfer
9h 5m
09/01/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui departs on 09/01/2025, is operated by Thai AirAsia X and costs $171

Cheapest round trip flight

$378

China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
2 transfers
1d 9h 50m
05/29/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui departs on 05/29/2025, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $378

The fastest flight

9h 5m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui takes 9h 5m

Direct flights

No direct flights

There are no direct flights on this route.

Average flight duration

9h

Distance

3270km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Shanghai and Koh Samui is 3270km (2027 miles). The average flight duration is 9h . The time difference between Shanghai and Koh Samui is 1h .

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Airfare from Shanghai to Koh Samui by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Koh Samui

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$171
March 2026
Highest price
on average:
$285
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Shanghai — Koh Samui route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Vietjet Air

Starting at $171

AirAsia X
AirAsia X

Starting at $180

Thai AirAsia X
Thai AirAsia X

Starting at $202

Shanghai Airlines
Shanghai Airlines

Starting at $204

Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines

Starting at $210

China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines

Starting at $216

Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines

Starting at $233

Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines

Starting at $262

Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific

Starting at $266

Air Macau
Air Macau

Starting at $273

Direct Flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui

A direct 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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Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui:

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Shanghai airports overview

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
+5
Spring Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines
Thai AirAsia X
Airlines flying to this airport
$194
Starting at
$247-1%
on average
SHA
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
China Eastern Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$233
Starting at
$248
on average

Koh Samui airports overview

USM
Koh Samui Airport
+3
AirAsia X
China Eastern Airlines
Thai AirAsia X
Airlines flying to this airport
$171
Starting at
$215
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Koh Samui?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Koh Samui according to data for the last 48 hours costs $171

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Koh Samui?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Koh Samui is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Koh Samui?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui can be found flying in these months: May, June, April.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Koh Samui?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui start from 9 hours 5 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Koh Samui?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Koh Samui:

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Koh Samui

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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