Flying from Minneapolis to Shanghai: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai jetting off from here.
When planning your arrival in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the chief entry points.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Minneapolis to Shanghai flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Minneapolis to Shanghai flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
We make it simple to find a Minneapolis to Shanghai flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive on time at their destination.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
Increase your chances of securing a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
After your flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from SHA as soon as your plans are confirmed.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Minneapolis to Shanghai ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another favourite destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
