Travelling from Shanghai to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Shanghai. Dublin Airport is located in Dublin.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to DUB, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Shanghai to DUB with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and DUB include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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Brussels Airport (BRU)
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Dublin Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG reach their destination without delay.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Dublin Airport with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). One of the main stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and DUB, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to DUB flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing as expected.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
Reserve a hotel close to DUB if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Dublin Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Shanghai to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dublin. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dublin Airport (DUB)
At the moment, 257 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Dublin Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 515 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to DUB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Dublin Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to Dublin Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Dublin Airport (DUB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Dublin Airport (DUB). Visit Dublin in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Shanghai to DUB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dublin Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dublin
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Dublin Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dublin:
Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College Library are just two of the top attractions to add to your Dublin must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
You've visited Dublin, now it's time to explore more of Ireland. Travel about 225 kilometres southwest to Cork to check off its top sights. From Blarney Castle & Gardens to Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Ireland, consider Waterford, about 145 kilometres southwest of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are key reasons to visit.