Travelling from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). Explore the options for leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Guilin (where Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL), with 47 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PVG to KWL is the 6:30am China Eastern Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 10:10pm with China Eastern Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to KWL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) can be booked from this terminal.
Numerous airlines at PVG operate direct flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. Some of the most popular are:
Most travellers choose to book seats with China Eastern Airlines from PVG to KWL.
Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
PVG is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
78.11% of flights taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Thinking of flying out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? Direct Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) flight tickets can be booked from here.
From SHA, direct flights from Shanghai to KWL are offered by Juneyao Airlines.
On the SHA to KWL route, Juneyao Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to KWL flight:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85.58% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KWL instead:
You'll find KWL at 306 Provincial Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
At the moment, Rs55,416 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs49,549. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Shanghai to KWL, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
June is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). Plan your visit to Guilin in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Guilin is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to KWL flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 16ºC.
More about Guilin
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guilin:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Interlinked Peaks, Lijiang River Scenic Area and Duxiu Peak are attractions you won't want to skip in Guilin.
Explore more of China
Hengyang is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Guilin. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include West Lake Park, Linghu Park and Kaifu Temple.
Around 225 kilometres south-east of Guilin, Wuzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 四恩禅寺, Longquan Waterfall and Taihe Garden.