Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Perth (the location of Perth Airport) and Shanghai share the same timezone — UTC+8.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from PER to Shanghai. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from PER to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you will require a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Perth Airport to Shanghai.
Travelling from central Perth to PER takes about 28 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to PER:
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Perth Airport to Shanghai is $197. The cheapest price for a return flight is $367. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PER to Shanghai. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Perth Airport to Shanghai is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Finding a cheap ticket from PER to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 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 Perth Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places to call home for the night near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from PER to Shanghai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Perth Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from PER to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Shanghai Tower.
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