Flying from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Vadodara Airport is located in Vadodara. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Vadodara.
To avoid missing your BDQ to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Vadodara to BDQ takes around 2 hours 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BDQ:
70.74% of flights that take off from Vadodara Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vadodara Airport to Shanghai flight is RM966. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,147. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BDQ to Shanghai, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from BDQ to Shanghai is a good idea.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BDQ to Shanghai flight:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and unlock more experiences with your own set of wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, so you can drive off in a flash.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Travel to Shanghai in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Vadodara Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BDQ to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Puyang is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.
