Travelling from Bangkok to Shanghai: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
When it comes to working out where to land in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Bangkok to Shanghai flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai one hour ahead of Bangkok.
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Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Bangkok to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Shanghai
Right now, Rs21,712 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Shanghai. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs41,980. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Shanghai flights.
April is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Bangkok to Shanghai. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Lock in a cheap Bangkok to Shanghai flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Take off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Shanghai. From BKK, you can travel directly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Bangkok to Shanghai plane tickets out of BKK. Your next adventure starts with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bangkok to Shanghai flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
67.87% of flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Shanghai departing from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Begin your travels at DMK and step off the plane at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
When departing from DMK, you can pick from a good range of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Book a direct Bangkok to Shanghai plane ticket with one of these options:
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Bangkok to Shanghai flight, check out these options when departing from Don Mueang International Airport:
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 21 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book your Bangkok to Shanghai flight even earlier.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your Bangkok to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from SHA once your travel dates are set.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Bangkok to Shanghai tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok 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
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
