Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is currently February ; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book a flight to Shanghai might be between March and May, as long as you’re avoiding the Easter peak period. You may also want to consider booking a cheap flight to Shanghai from late September to early November, but hotel rates might be a little more expensive during this time of the year. If you’re not into crowds, try and avoid the Chinese New Year (late January or early February), May Holidays (during the first week of May), and National Day (which falls on the first week of October every year) since tourist attractions are crammed full on these days. Whichever dates you pick for your flight to Shanghai, make sure you book them well in advance to avoid any late booking penalties.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

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At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is currently February; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Shanghai (average of R674). Flying to Shanghai in July will prove the most costly (average of R934). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 4

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Question 7

Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 8

What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

Question 9

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai?

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null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

Question 10

Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 40 minutes).

Question 11

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 12

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (0,0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport).

Question 13

What does SHA mean?

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Great question - SHA just means Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

Question 14

When is the best time to fly to Shanghai?

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Peak season:

The peak season for touristic activities in Shanghai tends to fall between May and November, although flying to Shanghai during this time might not be the cheapest and might leave you feeling overwhelmed by the large crowds who flock here for the Chinese festivals.

Off season:

December through February is Shanghai’s off season, and the colder winter weather ushers in much thinner crowds and may also see you finding cheaper flight prices. March and April are the shoulder months for travel in Shanghai, which might mean that you’ll be able to find the lowest rates on both accommodation and flight prices.

Question 15

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book a flight to Shanghai might be between March and May, as long as you’re avoiding the Easter peak period. You may also want to consider booking a cheap flight to Shanghai from late September to early November, but hotel rates might be a little more expensive during this time of the year. If you’re not into crowds, try and avoid the Chinese New Year (late January or early February), May Holidays (during the first week of May), and National Day (which falls on the first week of October every year) since tourist attractions are crammed full on these days. Whichever dates you pick for your flight to Shanghai, make sure you book them well in advance to avoid any late booking penalties.

Question 16

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Johannesburg to Shanghai - 16 hours

Durban to Shanghai - 18 hours, 40 minutes

Cape Town to Shanghai - 18 hours, 45 minutes

Question 17

Which airlines operate flights to Shanghai?

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Air Mauritius, Kiwi International Airlines, British Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, China Eastern, and Jetstra Airways are among the major airlines operating cheap flights to and from Shanghai. While some of these airlines might offer you a cheaper flight ticket which better suits your budget, they might not offer the comfort you’ll require for a long flight. Airlines such as British Airways might be able to provide you with great comfort at a reasonable price, but whichever airline you decide to fly with, just make sure you book your tickets well in advance to get the cheapest fair prices to Shanghai!

Question 18

How to get from the airport to the city center?

Accepted Answer

When flying to Shanghai from South Africa you’ll either arrive at Shanghai Honh Oiao International Airport (SHA), or Pudong International Airport (PVG). SHA is closer to the city center than PVG, but getting to the city from the airport is relatively easy regardless of where you touch down. You can take the public bus which runs to the People’s Square and main railway station, but you can also write your hotel address down on a piece of paper and hand it to one of the taxi drivers outside of the airport, who will be able to get you to your destination quicker than the bus services.

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How long is the flight to Shanghai?

Which airlines operate flights to Shanghai?

How to get from the airport to the city center?

What does SHA mean?

Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai?

Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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