Travelling from Shanghai to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Shanghai is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Touch down at Las Vegas's primary gateway, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
The average duration of a direct Shanghai to Las Vegas flight is 11 hours 25 minutes.
Las Vegas is 16 hours behind Shanghai and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Shanghai to Las Vegas flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Las Vegas
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Shanghai to Las Vegas flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas, you can depart from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG). Fly from PVG to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in one seamless trip.
Secure your Shanghai to Las Vegas plane tickets with Delta Air Lines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from PVG.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Shanghai to Las Vegas flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Shanghai Pudong Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PVG touch down on schedule 83% of the time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas, unwind in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
The distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to central Las Vegas is approximately 10 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Harry Reid International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and explore beyond Las Vegas's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Harry Reid International Airport around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Las Vegas flight.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD)
Central Las Vegas is roughly 5 kilometres from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD). Step off your flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas and then keep a lookout for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near BLD. Kick back after your Shanghai to Las Vegas flight at any of these well-located options:
North Las Vegas Airport (VGT)
Step off your flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas and head for your hotel or start exploring the sights right away. Central Las Vegas is around 6 kilometres from North Las Vegas Airport (VGT).
Pick up a North Las Vegas Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, air-conditioned space. Whether you want an economy or an SUV, Hertz will help you find the right set of wheels.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from VGT a few weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
April is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Las Vegas. To skip the crowds, head to Las Vegas in March.
Book a Shanghai to Las Vegas ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Las Vegas to range from 23ºC to 43ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 16ºC.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Las Vegas right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Penn & Teller are highlights which should feature on any good Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Las Vegas has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres southwest of Las Vegas, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Phoenix is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres southeast of Las Vegas. No journey is complete without experiencing Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
