Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Pune.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PNQ to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a well-known stop between PNQ and PVG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
201 € is currently the best price for a one-way Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Return flights start at 318 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from PNQ to PVG, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PNQ to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
71.91% of flights that leave from Pune Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Pune to Pune Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near PNQ? If you've booked an early flight from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider staying in a hotel near PVG if you're on a late Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Shanghai in April.
Book your flight from Pune Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you want to visit Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PNQ to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.