Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 33 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok, where Suvarnabhumi Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take your pick of 277 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from BKK to PVG is the 00:10 Thai AirAsia X option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:50 with Juneyao Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from BKK to Shanghai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can get a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai. Begin your trip at BKK and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai are operated by a good number of airlines. Travel with one of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from BKK to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You don't need a visa for China if you have a passport from Thailand and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Shanghai
$119 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $213. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKK to Shanghai.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from BKK to Shanghai, unwind at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BKK to Shanghai in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Shanghai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
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