Flying from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when reserving your flight from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport (OOL).
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is two hours ahead of Shanghai. Gold Coast Airport is located in Gold Coast.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to OOL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to OOL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in around 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to OOL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Grab a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport flight.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Gold Coast. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Rs70,440 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport. A return flight starts at Rs195,039. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to OOL, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Shanghai to OOL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport (OOL). Visit Gold Coast in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Shanghai to OOL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 27ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Gold Coast
Start your Gold Coast trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Gold Coast Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
SkyPoint Observation Deck and Pacific Airshow are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Gold Coast travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pacific Airshow Gold Coast.
Explore more of Australia
Toowoomba is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Gold Coast. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
Around 177 kilometres north of Gold Coast, Buderim is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Tree of Life, Buderim Lions Lookout and Lakeshore Avenue Park.
