Flying from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK). Explore your options for leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), two of the city's main airports.
3 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport flight.
Shanghai and Haikou (where Haikou Meilan International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) is the busiest route. You can select from 72 direct services each week between PVG and HAK.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to HAK.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) can be booked from this terminal.
These are some of the top carriers operating direct flights from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport departing from PVG:
China Southern is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PVG to HAK.
Juneyao Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 92.18% of its services arriving as scheduled.
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG arrive at their destination without delay.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Think about kicking off your trip from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). You can book a direct Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) plane ticket from this hub.
You can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Shanghai to HAK departing from SHA. Get on board with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
On the SHA to HAK route, Shanghai Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
Flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Haikou Meilan International Airport are more likely to arrive on time with Hainan Airlines compared to other carriers.
You can reach SHA from central Shanghai in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Shanghai to HAK flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near HAK and hit the lights earlier:
You'll find HAK at Qiongwen Ave.
Getting from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to central Haikou
Haikou Meilan International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Haikou. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport is $72. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $197. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to HAK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
December is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK), while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Haikou based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Haikou is June, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Shanghai to HAK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Haikou
Start your Haikou trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Haikou Meilan International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark, Jinpan Night Market and Haikou West Coast Park are highlights which should be on every Haikou itinerary.
