Cheap Flights to Sanya from $770

Sanya is a major sea beach destination in the Chinese province of Hainan. It is famous for its white sandy beaches with clear waters and is referred to as the ‘Hawaii of China’. The tropical climate all year round attracts many tourists from mainland China and abroad which makes it a popular holiday destination. It is located on the southern edge of the Chinese province and shares a long coastline of 130 miles. Besides being a tourism hub, the long coastline serves several economic advantages to it. It plays a vital role in the overall economic development in the southern part of China. It acts as a major center for trade and commerce with numerous seaports along its coast. It is also famous for adventure and marine sports including snorkeling and jet-skiing among others. The main city has many tourist attractions including street food joints and souvenir shops. The outdoor karaoke party and street grills are a regular event in the evening with many restaurants and hotels of all ranges. It hosts several vendors selling sea-shell jewelry to beach wears. 

Tip: Always carry sunglasses and sunscreen lotion to avoid strong ultraviolet rays.

Best Things to do in Sanya

The city is home to some of the best performing art centers and Beauty Crown Center is one among them with many world-class shows and acts. It is also a popular destination for amateur bikers and professionals alike with several hotels providing bike rental services. Water sports and adventure games are in huge demand, so are the shops selling the necessary sports equipment. Besides water sports, crystal ball gun games and paintball games are very popular among groups of tourists across the GuoXing Sports Area. Try diving at Wuzhizhou Island, which is a paradise for diving lovers under the clear seawater. Another major diving destination is the West Island, which is the second-largest island in the province of Hainan. It is also famous for fishing and all kinds of water sports. 

Tip: Always pay attention to your belongings while swimming or while enjoying water sports.

Popular Destinations in Sanya

The city of Sanya is rapidly evolving with numerous chains of seafood restaurants and luxury hotels trying to accommodate the needs of the growing tourist population. The locals are friendly and offer their warm welcome to everyone, unfazed by the commotion. Street food joints, bars, and lounges fill the lines across the Times Coast Complex, which is another major tourist attraction in the city. You can try the souvenir shops and pearl vendors across the nearby marketplace. 

DadongHai is another popular tourist destination with numerous lively restaurants and bars along the beach. Karaoke stalls are a common sight in the evening. You can try imported and exotic food products at Summer Mall located nearby. Dadong Sea area is a natural beauty and explore the town behind it and indulge yourself in some of the best restaurants and beaches in the city.

Luhuitou Park is one of the major tourist attractions in the city. The place is synonymous with lovers' park as you will be amazed by the green laser shows at night. The Nanshan Temple has a gigantic statue representing the Goddess of Mercy, while the park offering several interesting spots. Take a stroll past the nearby surrounding countryside which is worth visiting.

Also, visit the Yalong Bay located 20km east of Sanya city center. The beaches here are less crowded and host a series of upmarket hotels and luxurious resorts. Try some of the watersports like parasailing, banana boat rides among other adventure sports along the beach line. Nature lovers can explore the native wildlife and Rainforest Park located further east at Yanoda. It offers hiking trails and natural waterfalls which is worth exploring around the city.

Another beautiful watersport destination in Sanya is the Boundary Island with a range of offerings. It hosts a sea-life show and a primitive aquarium along with a glass submarine where tourists from all age-groups are engaged in a number of activities. 

Tip: Tap water in almost all the hotels should not be considered for drinking purposes; always go for bottled water.

Sanya Airport

Sanya Phoenix International Airport or Sanya Airport is located 15 km on the northwestern part of the Sanya City center. It is the main airport hub and comprises nearly ten thousand acres of space. It handles more than 20 million passengers on a yearly basis. It offers non-stop flight services to many destinations across the 75 major cities in 6 countries. Currently, Hainan Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, etc offer flight services to Sanya. The Airport offers one of the best world-class amenities for its traveling passengers. This includes duty-free shops, parking access, banking facilities, smoking rooms, baby care rooms, and car rental services. The airport is well connected with the city via taxi, train and bus services. 

Tip: Take the city bus lines to avoid travel hassles while traveling across the many popular destinations in and around Sanya.

Budget Home Stays and Eateries

There are many Chinese restaurants and others serving western culinary dishes. Seafood is the mainstay in the local cuisine menu. You can also try the street food joints for a cheaper option with varieties in their offerings. There are several after-hours barbeque stalls in the city around Shangping Road. There are several bars and night clubs open till late night, however, after midnight you can try the night food market where you will find more beers and food.

There are several budget hotels and accommodations in Sanya City and Dadonghai. There are several clean and moderately priced stay inns along the back alleys across Sanya’s beach street.

Tip: Accommodations are very expensive in Sanya during peak seasons due to the heavy influx of tourists across the city.

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