Flying from Venice to Shanghai: what you need to know
Venice has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Venice to Shanghai leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF).
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's major entry points.
Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Venice to Shanghai flight.
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Venice and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Venice to Shanghai is from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can select from three weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from VCE to PVG is the 10:30 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 11:30 with China Eastern Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Venice to Shanghai flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Shanghai
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
If you're after a direct flight from Venice to Shanghai, you can depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). Get from VCE to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in one continuous trip.
China Eastern Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Venice to Shanghai plane tickets from VCE.
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Venice to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport, 75.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is about 26 kilometres from central Venice. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Shanghai:
Treviso Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Venice to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Shanghai and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To secure the best deal, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Venice to Shanghai, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Venice to Shanghai:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and see and do more with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from baggage claim, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Typically, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the most popular month for flights from Venice to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Venice to Shanghai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Venice to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Shanghai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, top sights here include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're interested in discovering another side of China, consider Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are highlights.