Travelling from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Shanghai. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin.
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 on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to BER.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Shanghai to BER that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and BER include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is one of the main options between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and BER.
SHA is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to BER flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them touching down right on cue.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BER if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Berlin and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to central Berlin is about 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
245 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. A return flight starts at 497 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to BER. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Berlin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Shanghai to BER plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Berlin to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Berlin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Berlin right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Berlin Brandenburg Airport:
Brandenburg Gate and Brandenburger Tor are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Berlin must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Berlin Wall.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Berlin, a trip to Hamburg will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hannover, roughly 257 kilometres west of Berlin. Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover are key reasons to visit.