Flying from St Louis Airport (STL) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of St Louis.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STL to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between STL and PVG:
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How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Airport (STL) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
481 € is currently the best price for a one-way St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Return flights start at 959 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from STL to PVG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from STL to PVG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about St Louis Airport (STL)
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
When it comes to the on-time performance of St Louis Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
St Louis Airport is about 24 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near STL. Whether you've booked an early flight from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
If you're coming in on a late St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Shanghai in March.
Lock in your flight from St Louis Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you'd like to explore 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 STL to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.