Travelling from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) jetting off from here.
Approximately 15 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Dallas. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 10 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from DFW to PVG is with American Airlines at 11:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dallas to PVG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) out of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport jetting out of DFW.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Dallas to PVG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Haneda Airport (HND)
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PVG:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is Rs136,950. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs268,013. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for flight tickets from Dallas to PVG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Dallas to PVG for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
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