Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Birmingham.
Your BHX to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BHX and PVG:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is 379 €. A return ticket right now is 600 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BHX to PVG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from BHX to PVG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of all flights departing from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% touch down on time at their destination.
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you're taking a late Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Improve your chances of scoring the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to PVG around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.