Travelling from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). Explore the options for leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 2 hours 44 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Shenzhen's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) is the most popular route. There are 428 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Donghai Airlines at 22:25. Choose the first PVG to SZX departure operated by Hainan Airlines at 06:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to SZX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Direct flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport are offered by a good number of airlines at PVG. Fly with any of these:
PVG is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) operates nonstop flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to SZX. Compare your options below to see which carrier works best with your plans leaving from SHA:
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in around 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to SZX, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SZX:
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to central Shenzhen takes around 41 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is Rs13,995. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs27,990. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to SZX.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Shenzhen, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Shenzhen. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Shanghai to SZX during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 33ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 9ºC and 21ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
More about Shenzhen
Start your Shenzhen trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Shenzhen is to visit its leading attractions. Highlights include Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
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