Travelling from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): What you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to SHA, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bangkok to SHA leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and SHA are:
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO)
Nanning Wuxu International Airport (NNG)
You can get to DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to SHA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 60%.
About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SHA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
111 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Return flights start from 202 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to SHA, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
December is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to SHA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Tower are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Shanghai to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are key highlights.