Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanming to Shanghai

1 airline flys nonstop from Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) to Hongqiao International (SHA). It's 391 miles (629 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

SQJ
Sanming Shaxian Airport
🇨🇳 Sanming, China
SHA
Hongqiao International
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
391 mi
629 km
CO₂/pax
72 kg
−153 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SQJ → SHA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
391 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanming to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 72 kg CO₂ per passenger

SQJ CAN (Guangzhou) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (353 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (729 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+213% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → CAN
1h 35m · 353 mi
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Leg 2
CAN → SHA
2h 15m · 729 mi
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SQJ TAO (Qingdao) SHA
Leg 1: 2h 23m (697 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (363 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → TAO
2h 23m · 697 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → SHA
1h 40m · 363 mi
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SQJ CKG (Chongqing) SHA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (720 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (882 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+346% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → CKG
2h 20m · 720 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → SHA
2h 20m · 882 mi
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SQJ PKX (Beijing) SHA
Leg 1: 2h 38m (905 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (636 mi) Total: ~4h 48m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+332% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → PKX
2h 38m · 905 mi
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Leg 2
PKX → SHA
2h 10m · 636 mi
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SQJ CTU (Chengdu) SHA
Leg 1: 3h (890 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,032 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+406% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → CTU
3h · 890 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → SHA
2h 40m · 1,032 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanming to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Sanming (SQJ) to Shanghai (SHA) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 391 miles (629 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanming to Shanghai?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanming to Shanghai?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Sanming from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Sanming to Shanghai is 391 miles (629 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Sanming to Shanghai?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 72 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 360 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Sanming 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 Sanming to Shanghai?

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 Sanming Shaxian Airport for this flight?

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