Travelling from Shanghai to Krabi Airport (KBV): What you need to know
Shanghai has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Krabi Airport (KBV) heading out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The timezone in Krabi is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Shanghai. Krabi Airport is located in Krabi.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to KBV, leave 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 standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to KBV leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Krabi Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to KBV flight:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85.58% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Krabi Airport (KBV)
Consider booking a hotel close to KBV if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Krabi Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Krabi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Hire, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Krabi and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Krabi Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Krabi Airport (KBV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Krabi Airport is 87 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 166 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to KBV. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Krabi Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Krabi Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Krabi Airport (KBV)
February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Krabi Airport (KBV), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Krabi based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Krabi is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to KBV plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Krabi Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Krabi
Start your Krabi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Krabi Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Krabi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Railay Beach Viewpoint followed by Railay West Beach and Railay Rock Climbing.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen Krabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
Around 113 kilometres east of Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.