Travelling from Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Gothenburg, where Goteborg Landvetter Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your GOT to Shanghai flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
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The journey from central Gothenburg to GOT takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near GOT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
76.12% of flights that take off from Goteborg Landvetter Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Shanghai
RM1,756 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM2,247. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from GOT to Shanghai, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GOT to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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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 grabbing 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 Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your flight from GOT to Shanghai. Rates typically rise closer to your departure date.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai has arrived, 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).
Following your GOT to Shanghai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Why follow someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Plan your trip to Shanghai in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from GOT to Shanghai in January if you want to travel 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 Goteborg Landvetter Airport to Shanghai, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, head for Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.