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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
50%Trains in Xiamen are 50% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.64
Xiamen$0.32
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Xiamen is 40% cheaper than a meal in Shanghai.
Shanghai$7.52
Xiamen$4.30
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
37%A taxi fare in Xiamen is 37% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$3.44
Xiamen$2.15
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
18%Coffee in Xiamen is 18% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$5.14
Xiamen$4.22
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 4.67 CNY
1 CNY = 0.22 AUD
Last checked on Tue, 12/08
Distance: 820 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Xiamen airports
Xiamen International (XMN)How far from city centre: 4 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Xiamen

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Xiamen?
The total flight time between Shanghai and Xiamen is of around 01:56 hours on average, considering an average distance of 818 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Xiamen at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Xiamen is $74. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Xiamen expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Xiamen costs an average of 2.15 AUD, 37% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 3.44 AUD,

while train tickets costs 50% less in Xiamen: 0.32 AUD against 0.64 AUD in Shanghai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 4.30 AUD in Xiamen, 43% less than the 7.52 AUD in Shanghai.

The price of the coffee is around 18% cheaper in Xiamen, with an average of 4.22 AUD, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 5.14 AUD.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Xiamen?
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Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Xiamen?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Xiamen compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Xiamen's temperatures can go up to 36.26 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 7.42 ºC in Xiamen, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3 mm precipitation, while Xiamen have an average of 6 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Shanghai and Xiamen?
Which are the airlines with flights from Shanghai to Xiamen?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Shanghai to Xiamen are:

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