Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Skopje International Airport is located in Skopje. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Skopje.
Leave enough time to catch your SKP to Shanghai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from SKP to Shanghai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
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The journey from central Skopje to SKP takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near SKP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Skopje International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 85.19% of flights that take off from SKP arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Shanghai
RM1,295 is currently the best price for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start at RM2,958. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from SKP to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Think about booking a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Venture beyond Shanghai and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at securing the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from SKP to Shanghai is a good move.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SKP to Shanghai flight:
Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and begin discovering new places right away.
Typically, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from SHA as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Plan your trip to Shanghai in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Skopje International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SKP to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Skopje International Airport to Shanghai, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Puyang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.