Flying from Buenos Aires to Shanghai: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai. Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's main airports.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
Shanghai is 11 hours ahead of Buenos Aires and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Buenos Aires to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai
To find cheap Buenos Aires to Shanghai flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Break up your Buenos Aires to Shanghai flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport and Shanghai include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
EZE is around 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, take it easy in one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
78% of flights leaving Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Drive into your next adventure with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
PVG is situated at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, settle in at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and begin discovering new places right away.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA in advance. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
March is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, while April is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to Shanghai ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Shanghai:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road.