Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Sanya

6 airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 1,176 miles (1,893 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and others.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
1,893 km
CO₂/pax
199 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Spring Airlines +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Suparna Airlines Suparna Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi
Suparna Airlines Y8 Suparna Airlines
Route
PVG → SYX
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,176 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 199 kg CO₂ per passenger

PVG JJN (Jinjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (478 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (740 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → JJN
1h 50m · 478 mi
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Leg 2
JJN → SYX
2h 10m · 740 mi
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PVG HGH (Hangzhou) SYX
Leg 1: 50m (103 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,074 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HGH
50m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → SYX
3h 10m · 1,074 mi
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PVG NGB (Ningbo) SYX
Leg 1: 55m (93 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,097 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → NGB
55m · 93 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → SYX
3h 5m · 1,097 mi
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PVG BAR (Qionghai) SYX
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,088 mi) Leg 2: 50m (89 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → BAR
3h 15m · 1,088 mi
View PVG to BAR flights →
Leg 2
BAR → SYX
50m · 89 mi
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PVG ZHA (Zhanjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 3h (984 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (209 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → ZHA
3h · 984 mi
View PVG to ZHA flights →
Leg 2
ZHA → SYX
1h 10m · 209 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,176 miles (1,893 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Sanya?

6 airlines: Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Sanya?

Yes. 6 airlines: Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

How far is Shanghai from Sanya?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Sanya is 1,176 miles (1,893 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Shanghai to Sanya?

At 3h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Shanghai to Sanya?

Roughly 199 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 995 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya to Shanghai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sanya?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.