Flying from Amman to Shanghai: what you need to know
Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) is Amman's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Amman to Shanghai departing from here.
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's chief entry points.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Amman.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Amman to Shanghai flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Shanghai
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Amman to Shanghai flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Amman to Shanghai across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Amman to Shanghai.
Save money on your Amman to Shanghai flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Amman
Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Amman to Shanghai flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Amman Queen Alia Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo Airport (CAI)
The journey from central Amman to AMM takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Amman to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Amman Queen Alia Airport:
Amman Queen Alia Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart AMM land on time.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Amman to Shanghai. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Shanghai and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Increase the odds of securing a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.
PVG is situated at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Amman to Shanghai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
After your flight from Amman to Shanghai, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and set off on your adventure right away.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
March is the quietest month for flights from Amman to Shanghai, while April is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Amman to Shanghai tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Amman to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Amman to Shanghai, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road are the start of reasons to visit.