Flying from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC): what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC) jetting off from either of these.
The average time for a direct flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport is 1 hour 46 minutes.
Changle International Airport is located in Fuzhou. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Shanghai.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Changle International Airport (FOC), with 53 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to FOC is the 06:50 Shanghai Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 23:00 with China Eastern.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to FOC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can find a direct flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Xiamen Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Changle International Airport leaving from PVG.
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is about 56 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) operates nonstop flights from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC).
You can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to FOC departing from SHA. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 21 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to FOC, chill out in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Changle International Airport (FOC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FOC instead:
Getting from Changle International Airport (FOC) to central Fuzhou
Changle International Airport to central Fuzhou is around 58 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Changle International Airport is $59. The cheapest price for a return flight is $165. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in flight tickets from Shanghai to FOC.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Changle International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Changle International Airport (FOC)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Fuzhou, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Fuzhou is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to FOC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Changle International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Fuzhou
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Changle International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fuzhou:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Drum Mountain, Fuzhou National Forest Park and Xianghuai Plum Garden, Gushan Mountain are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Fuzhou itinerary.
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