Flying from Shanghai to Venice: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when planning your flight from Shanghai to Venice.
Touch down in Venice at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF).
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Venice flight is 13 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Shanghai.
The most popular route for flights from Shanghai to Venice is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). There are three weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to VCE is the 00:30 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 00:50 with China Eastern Airlines.
To ensure you get on your Shanghai to Venice flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Shanghai to Venice, you can depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Fly from PVG to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) in one seamless journey.
China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Shanghai to Venice plane tickets leaving from PVG.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Shanghai to Venice flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai to Venice or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
78.11% of flights that take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is around 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Venice, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 86% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Venice. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near VCE if you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Venice. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and experience more of Venice and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Venice has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Venice is roughly 26 kilometres from Treviso Airport (TSF).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to TSF. Tuck yourself in after your Shanghai to Venice flight at one of these well-located options:
RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car make picking up a Treviso Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TSF one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Venice. July is the busiest month for a trip to Venice. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to Venice ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Venice in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Venice
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Venice, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Venice:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are must-do's during your Venice adventure.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Venice, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its top sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in Italy, head for Milan, roughly 241 kilometres west of Venice. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are key reasons to visit.
