Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Hong Kong.
Flights from HKG to PVG start at 07:20 — the earliest with Cathay Pacific. The last service of the day is at 21:15 with Cathay Pacific. Overall, there are 246 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HKG to PVG flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Fly nonstop to Shanghai with these carriers and discover this amazing part of China:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Spring Airlines.
With a dependable 80.0% of services arriving as planned, Spring Airlines is the most punctual carrier for HKG to PVG flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HKG and PVG include:
Wenzhou Longwan International Airport
Changle International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Currently, $108 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $198. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from HKG to PVG by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the flights that depart from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Hong Kong International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to PVG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.