Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Stuttgart.
To ensure you get on your flight from STR to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from STR to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from Germany, you will need a visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
STR is around 16 kilometres from central Stuttgart. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 53 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near STR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai is $1,042. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,100. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from STR to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from STR to Shanghai every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from STR to Shanghai, rest your head at a hotel close to SHA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, visit Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from STR to Shanghai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 top stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Shanghai and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Stuttgart Airport to Shanghai.