Travelling from Shanghai to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Touch down in Glasgow at Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Glasgow is eight hours behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your Shanghai to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Glasgow
To pick up cheap Shanghai to Glasgow flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Shanghai to Glasgow flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
78.11% of flights taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 13 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Once you've disembarked your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow. June is the most popular month to visit Glasgow. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book a Shanghai to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Glasgow:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are key highlights.