How to find cheap flights to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 282 €. A round-trip plane ticket to PVG right now is 501 €.
Book at the perfect time with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app if the price of tickets to PVG goes up or down.
To pick up cheap tickets to Shanghai, where Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located, book six months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for landing the best deals.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Shanghai by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This will allow you to browse prices for all the nearest airports at your destination and departure points and could help you save money.
If you aren't in a rush to travel to Shanghai, think about making a pit stop along the way. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Shanghai Pudong International Airport by choosing a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Shanghai
The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Shanghai is usually May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. See fares for the entire month and find a flight to PVG that fits your plans and budget.
Travel to Shanghai in July if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to PVG, but also when fares can be more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to travel is April. Book your plane tickets to Shanghai then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider the type of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Shanghai is warmest in August, with averages of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around -1ºC to 10ºC.
Flying to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Offering direct flights to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these top airlines make travelling to Shanghai a snap:
Eager to get a good night's sleep or simply freshen up after your flight to PVG? These hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and recharge:
Getting to central Shanghai from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Central Shanghai is about 56 kilometres from PVG.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to PVG, it'll take around 50 minutes to get to the centre.
If you'd love to stay close to the action in Shanghai, unpack your bags at one of these comfy options:
Shanghai highlights
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue
Around 2 kilometres north-east of the centre in Tilanqiao, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue is a must-see during your trip. Make it one of your first stops after your flight to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Yu Garden
Another popular Shanghai attraction, Yu Garden is about 2 kilometres east of the centre in Yuyuan.
Shanghai Tower
Add this to your sightseeing lineup next. Shanghai Tower is around 3 kilometres east of the centre in Lujiazui and one more essential Shanghai experience.
Complete your trip with a Shanghai car hire
Pick one of our car rentals in Shanghai and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one place to get the perfect ride once you've reserved your hotel and cheap flight to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.