Travelling from Amman to Shanghai: what you need to know
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Amman's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Amman to Shanghai taking off from here.
Arrive in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Shanghai is six hours ahead of Amman and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your Amman to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Shanghai
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Amman to Shanghai flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Amman to Shanghai.
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Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Amman to Shanghai flights leaving from Queen Alia International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
AMM is around 27 kilometres from central Amman. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Queen Alia International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amman to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Queen Alia International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from AMM land at their destination as scheduled 85.48% of the time.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amman to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
Improve your chances of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International 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 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
After your flight from Amman to Shanghai, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and get your trip rolling right away.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amman to Shanghai. April is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book an Amman to Shanghai ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Amman to Shanghai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Amman to Shanghai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key reasons to visit.