Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Guangzhou.
Every week, there are 115 Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:35 Hainan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:00 with China Southern Airlines.
Your CAN to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
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 a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport to choose from. When organising your Shanghai journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of China:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.
China Southern stands out as the most punctual carrier for CAN to PVG flights, with 87.46% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and PVG:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Wenzhou Airport
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
At the moment, Rs20,442 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs38,610. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CAN to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CAN to PVG.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
85% of flights departing from Guangzhou Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from CAN.
To reach Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CAN:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Book a hotel near PVG if you're on a late Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks ahead to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you want to visit Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAN to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 10ºC then.
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, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are key reasons to visit.