Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of Birmingham.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from BHX to Shanghai.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from BHX to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you will require a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai.
BHX is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 48 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Shanghai
$911 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $906. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from BHX to Shanghai. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from BHX to Shanghai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Shanghai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from BHX to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Shanghai, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
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