Traveling from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) taking off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport flight is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport is located in Shantou. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA), with 54 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PVG to SWA is the 6:15am China Eastern Airlines option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 10:10pm with Shanghai Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Shanghai to SWA.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Take the express route from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) are available from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport departing from PVG. Head off on your trip with any of these:
China Eastern Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PVG to SWA.
Among carriers on this route, Spring Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
PVG is about 56 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can book a direct Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) plane ticket with departures from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Decide if leaving from SHA is a better fit for your trip.
You can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to SWA departing from SHA. Set off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
Spring Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the SHA to SWA route.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose Shanghai Airlines. 93.33% of its flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Jieyang Chaoshan Airport touch down on schedule.
SHA is about 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city center.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to SWA flight:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85.58% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SWA and hit the lights earlier:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport is $52. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $124. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to SWA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA). Plan your visit to Shantou in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Shanghai to SWA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shantou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Shantou
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shantou right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort are attractions you won't want to skip in Shantou.
Explore more of China
Shantou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers west of Shantou, a trip to Shenzhen will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
If there's time to check out another major destination in China, head for Hong Kong, roughly 290 kilometers south-west of Shantou. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are among its highlights.