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Shanghai ¡ PVG ¡ CN
Value for Money
7/10
Flight Frequency
9/10
BNPL Availability
7/10
Airport Experience
7/10
Visa Ease
5/10
Destination Appeal
8/10
Editorial snapshot
Flying to Shanghai rewards the planner. Book eight to twelve weeks out for the best fares from regional hubs, and avoid the Golden Week windows in October and early May when prices spike sharply. The city suits curious, independent travellers comfortable navigating a non-English-speaking environment â the metro is excellent, the food is extraordinary, and the skyline at night from the Bund is the kind of thing you describe to people for years afterward.
Score based on Laters booking data and editorial review, 2026
October is the sweet spot for Shanghai: mild temperatures, clear skies, and post-summer fares that haven't yet hit Golden Week peaks. Avoid early May (Labour Day Golden Week) and the Chinese New Year window in January or February, when domestic demand sends prices sharply higher and accommodation books out weeks in advance.
| Month | Price Band | Demand | Travel note |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Peak | High | Chinese New Year travel surge; book months ahead. |
| February | Peak | High | CNY festivities; city quiets post-holiday but fares stay high. |
| March | Mid | Medium | Spring arrives; cherry blossoms in Gucun Park are worth timing. |
| April | Mid | Medium | Warm and pleasant; good shoulder-season value before May rush. |
| May | Peak | High | Labour Day Golden Week drives prices and crowds sharply up. |
| June | Mid | Medium | Rainy season begins; humidity rises but fares ease off peak. |
| July | Mid | Medium | Hot and humid; typhoon risk; school holiday demand from Asia. |
| August | Mid | Medium | Hottest month; indoor attractions and rooftop bars earn their keep. |
| September | Budget | Low | Crowds thin; weather starts to cool; good value window opens. |
| October | Budget | Medium | Best weather of the year; book before Golden Week (1-7 Oct). |
| November | Budget | Low | Cool and dry; low crowds; one of the best months to visit. |
| December | Mid | Medium | Festive lights along the Bund; fares rise toward Christmas. |
Cheapest month
November â average fares around $180 one-way
Peak season warning
Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (May, Oct): fares rise 50-80% above average. Book 10-14 weeks ahead.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
IATA: PVG ¡ 30 km from The Bund ¡ 35 km from Jing'an District
Pudong is Shanghai's primary international gateway and one of Asia's busiest airports, with two main terminals (T1 for most international carriers, T2 for Air China and select others). Immigration can move slowly during peak periods, so allow extra time. The airport is modern, well-signposted in English, and offers a solid range of dining and duty-free options airside.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maglev train | CNY 50-80 one-way | 8 min to Longyang Rd; connect to metro |
| Metro Line 2 | CNY 7-10 | 50-70 min to People's Square |
| Taxi / Didi | CNY 150-200 | 40-70 min to city centre (traffic-dependent) |
IATA: SHA ¡ 13 km from Jing'an District ¡ 18 km from The Bund
Hongqiao serves primarily domestic routes and a handful of regional international destinations including Tokyo and Seoul. It sits inside the city, making it significantly more convenient for travellers staying in the west of Shanghai. Terminal 2 connects directly to the high-speed rail hub, giving fast onward connections to cities like Nanjing and Hangzhou.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Lines 2 & 10 | CNY 5-8 | 25-40 min to city centre |
| Taxi / Didi | CNY 60-100 | 20-40 min to Jing'an or Puxi |
Check-in tips
At Laters.com checkout, you can split the cost of seat upgrades, extra baggage, and lounge access for your Shanghai flight into monthly instalments with Atome, Klarna, or Afterpay â no lump-sum required before you travel.
Make your Shanghai trip work harder â split these extras at checkout.
Choose a window seat on the Bund side for your first aerial view of the Pudong skyline.
Available with Atome, KlarnaShanghai's markets and boutiques make a generous baggage allowance a smart investment.
Split across 3 instalmentsCover yourself for typhoon delays and medical costs â Shanghai's summers can be unpredictable.
Available with all providersBundle a French Concession boutique hotel with your flight and spread the total cost.
Pay in 3 or 4Pre-book a private transfer from PVG and skip the taxi queue after a long-haul flight.
Available with KlarnaA China-ready SIM with VPN access keeps you connected to Google Maps and WhatsApp.
Add at checkoutMost travellers fly to Shanghai from regional hubs across Asia, with strong connections from Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong, and Sydney. European and North American travellers typically connect through a Gulf or Asian hub.
Singapore to Shanghai
Singapore Airlines, China Eastern, Scoot ¡ 5h 30m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $73/instalmentTokyo to Shanghai
ANA, Japan Airlines, China Eastern ¡ 3h 10m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $60/instalmentSeoul to Shanghai
Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, China Eastern ¡ 2h 10m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $50/instalmentSydney to Shanghai
China Eastern, Qantas ¡ 11h 30m ¡ Direct
Pay in 4 from $170/instalmentLondon to Shanghai
British Airways, Air China ¡ 11h 20m ¡ Direct
Pay in 4 from $155/instalmentDubai to Shanghai
Emirates, China Eastern ¡ 8h 10m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $140/instalmentKuala Lumpur to Shanghai
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, China Southern ¡ 5h 00m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $63/instalmentNew York to Shanghai
United Airlines, Air China ¡ 15h 00m ¡ Direct
Pay in 4 from $195/instalmentBangkok to Shanghai
Thai Airways, China Eastern, Spring Airlines ¡ 4h 20m ¡ Direct
Pay in 3 from $67/instalmentFares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
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