Travelling from Shanghai to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll be arriving in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is 13 hours behind Shanghai and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Shanghai to Philadelphia flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Shanghai to Philadelphia flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Shanghai to Philadelphia.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
We make it easy to find a Shanghai to Philadelphia flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
83% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport land at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of PVG.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Using 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.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia:
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85% of flights leaving here land precisely when expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Philadelphia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Philadelphia flight.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Following your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to TTN. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
March is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Shanghai to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the northeast, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Boston, about 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
