Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Hyderabad and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your HYD to PVG flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HYD and PVG:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is 170 €. A return fare is currently 377 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HYD to PVG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
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Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Of the flights that depart from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, 73.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport from central Hyderabad, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HYD:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HYD to PVG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.