Flying from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is eight hours ahead of Lisbon, where Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your LIS to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LIS to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Travelling from central Lisbon to LIS takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near LIS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Shanghai
356 € is currently the best price for a one-way Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts from 654 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from LIS to Shanghai. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and pick up an epic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIS to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Give yourself a better shot at getting the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to Shanghai is a good move.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. After your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your LIS to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.
Lock in a Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are popular attractions which should be on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of China, head for Puyang, about 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are key highlights.