Travelling from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Explore the options for booking a flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) jetting off from either of these bases.
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.
Beijing and Shanghai (where Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), with 44 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from PEK to PVG is the 7am China Eastern Airlines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9pm with Air China.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing 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.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) can be booked from this terminal.
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport out of PEK include:
Most travellers choose to fly with China Eastern Airlines from PEK to PVG.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is China Eastern Airlines.
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Thinking of flying out of Daxing International Airport (PKX)? Direct Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Beijing to PVG leaving from PKX. Book your favourite seat with any of these carriers and you'll arrive before you know it:
China Eastern Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from PKX to PVG.
If you're looking for a carrier that's reliably punctual, book with China Southern Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 94.92% for flights between Daxing International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Depending on traffic, you can drive to PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Beijing to PVG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Most flights that leave Daxing International Airport get to their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Book a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is RM290. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM552. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to PVG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). July is the peak month for travel to Shanghai. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
When booking your Beijing to PVG plane ticket, consider 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 temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Shanghai trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include 外滩-观景平台, 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.