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Flight deals from Shanghai to Samui International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Samui International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Koh Samui.R 3,153 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,153, select.
Koh Samui.R 3,168 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,168, select.
Koh Samui.R 3,268 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,268, select.
Koh Samui.R 3,283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,283, select.
Koh Samui.R 3,748 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,748, select.
Koh Samui.R 4,094 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,094, select.
Koh Samui.R 6,192 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,192, select.
Koh Samui.R 8,813 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Samui International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,813, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Samui International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Samui International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 4,094
Oct
from R 3,153
Nov
from R 3,168
Dec
from R 3,283
Jan
from R 3,268
Feb
from R 8,813
Mar
from R 3,748
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Jun
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Shanghai to Samui International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Koh Samui below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Samui International.

Shanghai to Koh Samui: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,153
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Samui International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Samui International is R 6,527. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai to Samui International. But we found flights with one stop from R 6,527.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Shanghai to Samui International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Samui International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Samui International Airport on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai and Samui International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Samui International 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Koh Samui is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Samui International is Thai AirAsia X .

Travelling from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport (USM): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports to choose from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when searching for a flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport (USM).

  • Koh Samui is one hour behind Shanghai. Koh Samui Airport is located in Koh Samui, which follows the UTC+7 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from Shanghai to USM. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • 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 keep to your schedule.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Shanghai to USM that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and USM include:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:

  • 78.11% of flights that take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

    • Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

    • Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • Driving from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to USM flight:

  • Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85.58%.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Koh Samui Airport (USM)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near USM instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and discover more of Koh Samui and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport (USM)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport is R 3,153. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,527. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to USM if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Affordable Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to USM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Koh Samui Airport.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Nakhon Si Thammarat is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.

  • Phuket is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Koh Samui. No trip is complete without a visit to V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.

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