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Travelers usually depart from Shanghai Pudong International, or Shanghai Hongqiao International when they travel from Shanghai to Bangkok. Book your trip to arrive at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang International, Bangkok Bus Stop, Bangkok - Travel Mart, or Bangkok - Southern Terminal. The distance between Shanghai and Bangkok is 2899 km. The most popular airlines for this route are China Southern Airlines, AirAsia, China Eastern Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Thai AirAsia. Shanghai and Bangkok have 203 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Bangkok, consider visiting Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok, Wat Pho, Bangkok, Ayuthaya, Thailand, and Grand Palace, Bangkok.
Weekly direct flights
Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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Direct flights | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Juneyao Airlines on Fridays.
China Eastern Airlines on Saturdays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok
Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
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China Southern Airlines | CSN | CZ | Yes | No |
AirAsia | AXM | AK | Yes | Opens 240 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
China Eastern Airlines | CES | MU | Yes | No |
Cathay Pacific | CPA | CX | Yes | No |
Thai AirAsia | AIQ | FD | Yes | Opens 240 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Shanghai to Bangkok?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Shanghai and Bangkok takes around 4.7 hours.
What is the flight distance between Shanghai and Bangkok?
The flight distance between Shanghai and Bangkok is 2899 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Shanghai and Bangkok?
Several carriers operate flights between Shanghai and Bangkok. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Shanghai?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Shanghai and Beijing, Guangzhou, Tokyo, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Taipei, Xi'an, Manila, Singapore, Osaka, Phuket City, Sanya, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Wuhan, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Xiamen, Los Angeles.
What are the most popular routes to and from Bangkok?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Bangkok and Phuket City, Chiang Mai, Manila, Krabi, Phnom Penh, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Tokyo, Yangon, Siem Reap, Seoul, Denpasar, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, New Delhi, Surat Thani Province, Vientiane, Da Nang, Colombo.
Which airports are there in Shanghai?
Shanghai is mainly served by Shanghai Pudong International. But there are other airports nearby, including Shanghai Hongqiao International.
What airports are near Shanghai?
The main airport in Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International. It is also served by Hangzhou Xiaoshan International, Sunan Shuofang International, Ningbo Lishe International, Nantong Xingdong, Changzhou Benniu, Yangzhou Taizhou International, Zhoushan Putuoshan.
What airports are near Bangkok?
The main airport in Bangkok is Suvarnabhumi. It is also served by Hua Hin, U-Tapao International.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Shanghai and Bangkok?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Shanghai and Bangkok thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Shanghai and Bangkok can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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