Travelling from Shanghai to Singapore: what you need to know
Shanghai has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Singapore flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Step off your plane in Singapore at Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 37 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Shanghai to Singapore. These two cities are in the same timezone (UTC+8).
With 285 weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Shanghai to Singapore with Singapore Airlines at 00:10. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from PVG to SIN is with China Eastern Airlines at 23:55.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Shanghai to Singapore.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can enter Singapore for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from China. But before reserving your cheap flight from Shanghai to Singapore, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can get a direct flight from Shanghai to Singapore leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Start your journey at PVG and touch down at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Direct flights from Shanghai to Singapore are available from numerous airlines at PVG. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Shanghai to Singapore. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it'll take about 49 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Singapore or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, browse these options when leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 21 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Singapore:
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SIN if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Singapore. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 19 kilometres from central Singapore. After your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, allow for a drive time of approximately 23 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel near XSP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Singapore
$110 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Singapore. Return flights start at $300. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Shanghai to Singapore.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Shanghai to Singapore. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to Singapore
August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Singapore. To escape the crowds, head to Singapore in February.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to Singapore in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Singapore around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Singapore, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Singapore must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Singapore.
Complete your Singapore trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Shanghai to Singapore to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Singapore, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.