Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai is 12 hours ahead of Miami and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Your MIA to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MIA and PVG:
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is 400 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 849 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MIA to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA's address is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 76.14% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MIA. Whether you have an early flight from Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your travel date.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Miami International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MIA to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If there's time to check out another side of China, consider Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key highlights.