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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $343. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Phuket.$341 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.

Phuket.$343 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.

Phuket.$365 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $365, select.

Phuket.$390 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $390, select.

Phuket.$390 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Thu, 24 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $390, select.

Phuket.$411 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.

Phuket.$415 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.

Phuket.$415 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.

Phuket.$416 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.

Phuket.$416 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.

Phuket.$419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Phuket on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.

Phuket.$419 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.

Phuket.$420 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.

Phuket.$426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

Phuket.$426 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

Phuket.$440 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Phuket on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $440, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket

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Shanghai to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$341
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	5 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Spring Airlines
Average flights per week	38

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket is $342. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket?

5 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket?

Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket?

As of August 2026, there are 38 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Phuket is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport on Monday, 31 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 29 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket with?

Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Phuket is one hour behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Each week, there are 23 Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 08:40 Spring Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 18:25 with Shanghai Airlines.
Your PVG to HKT flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Phuket (and then other parts of Thailand) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Shanghai Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 93.25% of services arriving on schedule, Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PVG to HKT flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between PVG and HKT:
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Kunming Airport
- Hong Kong Intl Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Phuket Airport (HKT)

At the moment, $141 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $342. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PVG to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PVG to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PVG arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)

Book a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Phuket Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to HKT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.

Explore more of Thailand

You've seen Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-see city featuring leading sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Eager to see Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then make your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another great place to stop in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.