Travelling from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is five hours ahead of Jeddah, where Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your JED to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from JED to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Travelling from central Jeddah to JED takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to JED? If you've booked an early flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai flight is Rs84,071. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs164,135. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from JED to Shanghai, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Shanghai. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your JED to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Generally, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai. February is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JED to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shanghai, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are major attractions which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are the start of reasons to visit.