Travelling from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when planning your flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Brussels. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services every week. Get from BRU to PVG on Hainan Airlines's 11am flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to PVG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Get to your destination in one go from Brussels Airport (BRU). Nonstop flights from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with Hainan Airlines. This top airline operates services from BRU.
Hainan Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from BRU to PVG.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 77.14% of its services landing on time.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to PVG leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to PVG flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71.71%.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
240 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. A return flight starts from 401 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Brussels to PVG by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for landing cheap Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Plan your visit to Shanghai in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Brussels to PVG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Brussels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. 外滩-观景平台, 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.