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How long does it take to fly to Shantou?

Depending on where you book your flight in the United States to Shantou, China, you may spend about two days or more en route. You have the option to book one of the fastest Shantou flight deals from airlines leaving Newark International Airport in New Jersey. The average flight from Newark makes at least two stops before arriving at Jieyang Chaoshan International, Shantou in China. There are also international flights headed to Shantou from the San Francisco and Los Angeles International Airports, with just one layover that can take anywhere from 24 hours and 40 minutes to 32 hours and 50 minutes.

Where can you fly directly into Shantou from?

You won’t find any nonstop flights to Shantou from the United States at the moment. Airlines operating innonstop flights from the United States to Shantou include Eva Air, Korean Air, Spring Airlines, Japan Airlines, XiamenAir, United Airlines, Australian Airlines, Air China, Asiana Airlines, and Lufthansa. Shantou flight deals departing from New York include layovers in multiple cities like Vienna, Toronto, Beijing, and other cities in China. Likewise, flight deals from San Francisco, Los Angeles, and other major American cities include multiple layovers that take between an hour to half a day. On average, you save more when you opt for Shantou flight deals with more layovers.

What passport or visa requirements are there when visiting Shantou?

Americans traveling to mainland China need to possess a passport valid for no less than six months before entry. Also, before booking your flight to Shantou, your passport needs to have a valid visa that allows you legal entry into the Guangdong province. To apply for a Chinese visa, you’ll need to submit an application form, a recent photo, and other supporting documents to the Chinese embassy or consulate close to you. Processing times are typically under five working days and processing fees are paid when you retrieve your passport.

What can you see and do in Shantou?

Shantou is home to island beaches, tasty Chinese dishes, and various art and culture collections. You can find exciting adventures waiting on Nan’ao Island. The island houses a small fishing community that can provide travelers with memorable seafood experiences. Other remarkable places to check out include Zhongshan Park, Beishanwan Beach, Lotus Mountain Hot Springs Resort, Chen Cihong Mansion, and Shantou Museum, among many others. You can appreciate the landscape, explore the cultural heritage and traditions of the people, especially during the annual Festival of Cultural Heritage and Teoswa International Film Art Festival. If you travel in June, you can witness the cultural festival at the Xiao Gong Yuan block of Shantou.