Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BIO to Shanghai flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from BIO to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
BIO is about 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
Bilbao Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BIO land at their destination as scheduled 82.76% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Shanghai
343 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts at 600 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BIO to Shanghai. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Shanghai. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Venture beyond Shanghai and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at scoring the best rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from BIO to Shanghai is a smart move.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Following your BIO to Shanghai flight, unwind at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and get your trip rolling right away.
Typically, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from SHA as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before securing your flights from Bilbao Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Bilbao Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Shanghai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.