Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Jakarta.
Flights from CGK to PVG start from 00:10 — the first with Garuda Indonesia. The latest departure is at 23:50 with Garuda Indonesia. Overall, there are 14 weekly Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CGK to PVG flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
China Eastern is your ticket to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport offered by this popular airline.
China Eastern is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for CGK to PVG flights is Grumeti Air.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGK and PVG include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
116 € is the best price for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. A return flight starts from 231 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CGK to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CGK to PVG.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Of all flights leaving Soekarno-Hatta Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Soekarno-Hatta Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and public transport alternatives.
Looking for a handy hotel near CGK? If you're boarding an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
If you're landing on a late Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong Airport, Shanghai is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGK to PVG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of China, head for Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are key highlights.